Fair Housing Act at 50: The State of Fair Housing in the District

The 50th anniversary of the Federal Fair Housing Act (FHA)—enacted on April 11, 1968—is being celebrated across the country. On April 30, several District Government agencies will mark the end of the city’s month-long festivities during the 17th Annual DC Fair Housing Symposium.

In light of the FHA’s anniversary, the symposium sponsors have developed an impressive list of speakers who will discuss the state of fair housing in the District and efforts to ameliorate fair housing impediments. The event seeks to raise awareness about fair housing rights and responsibilities. It also plans to educate advocates, housing professionals, direct service providers, policymakers, and the public on the most common fair housing issues affecting individuals and families who seek housing. Below are the symposium highlights.

When: Mon, April 30, 2018, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT (Add to Calendar)

Where: DC Housing Finance Agency, 815 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001

Sponsors

• DC Department of Housing and Community Development
• DC Office on Human Rights
• DC Office of Disability Rights
• DC Housing Finance Agency

Symposium Theme

FHA at 50: The State of Fair Housing in the District

Confirmed Panel Speakers as of April 13, 2018

1. Yesim Taylor Executive Director, D.C. Policy Center
2. Marian Siegel, Executive Director or Ron Clarkson, Director of Communications and Outreach, Housing Counseling Services
3. Hilary Chapman, Housing Program Manager, Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
4. Kate Scott, Deputy Director, Equal Rights Center
5. Amber Harding, Staff Attorney, The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless
6. HUD Fair Housing Representative (TBD)

Agenda at a Glance

• 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.: Breakfast
• 10:00 a.m.: Agency Directors’ Remarks
• 10:15 a.m.: Keynote Speaker
• 10:30 a.m.: Panel Discussion--The State of Fair Housing in DC
• 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Networking

 

Space is limited, so register early.

Note: For a reasonable accommodation or interpretation, please contact (202) 442-7251 or pamela.hillsman@dc.gov five days before the event.

This symposium is just one example of the comprehensive housing resources that the District government provides to residents. See rootstoroofsdc.com for more information on other programs, events, and information.