FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Senate’s Confirmation of Craig Trainor to Lead HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity is Concerning WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last night, the Senate voted to confirm a package of 107 nominees that included Craig Trainor to be Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) at the U.S. Department […]| NFHA
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Washington, D.C.— The following civil and human rights organizations registered their dismay at facts revealed in a whistleblower complaint filed by five employees working at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The groups also pledged their support for the brave employees who have filed this alarming complaint. We commend […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Advocates Strongly Urge Trump Administration to Uphold Rule that Advances Justice and Fairness for All WASHINGTON, D.C. — A coalition of over 90 leading civil rights, consumer, and housing advocates from across the nation has issued a joint letter strongly urging the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the U.S. Department […] The post Advocates Strongly Urge Trump Administration to Uphold Rule that Advances Justice and Fairness for All appeared first on NFHA.| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NFHA Applauds Ruling Prohibiting Unlawful Attempt to Remove Governor Cook and Protecting Independence of Federal Reserve WASHINGTON, D.C. — After a federal judge’s overnight ruling granting a temporary injunction allowing Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook to remain in her position, Lisa Rice, President and CEO at the National Fair Housing Alliance ® […] The post NFHA Applauds Ruling Prohibiting Unlawful Attempt to Remove Governor Cook and Protecting Independence of ...| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. — A coalition of civil and human rights advocates have issued a joint statement denouncing President Trump’s unlawful attempt to remove Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook. The full statement reads: “In an attempt to fire Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook, the President is targeting an eminently qualified, well-regarded […] The post Civil and Human Rights Coalition Denounces Trump’s Unlawful Attempt to Remove Gov. Lisa Cook appeare...| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Families File Federal Lawsuit Alleging Discrimination Based on Familial Status at Luxury Phoenix Apartment Complex Phoenix, AZ — Seven former residents of the well-appointed apartment building X Phoenix filed a federal lawsuit against the owners and operators of the property, alleging discrimination against families with children in violation of the Fair Housing […] The post Families File Federal Lawsuit Alleging Discrimination Based on Familial Status at Luxury P...| NFHA
Gayle B.’s homeownership journey began more than 20 years ago, when she first enrolled in a homeownership counseling program. Unfortunately, a job loss kept her from completing the program. This setback led to a depleted savings account, which negatively impacted her credit. With the goal of repairing her credit, Ms. Ballard spent many years working […] The post With Dedication and Patience, Gayle B. Realizes Dream of Homeownership appeared first on NFHA.| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Leading Civil Rights Organizations Urge HUD to Uphold Fair Housing Protections Against Disparate Impact Rollbacks Washington, D.C. – On Friday, a coalition of leading civil and human rights organizations issued a joint letter to Scott Turner, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), expressing grave concern over reports […] The post Leading Civil Rights Organizations Urge HUD to Uphold Fair Housing Protections Against Disparate Impact...| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NFHA Applauds Strong Bipartisan Support for Critical Fair Housing Programs in the Senate Appropriations Committee WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA ™) applauds the Senate Appropriations Committee decision to include critical funding for community-based fair housing organizations on the frontlines assisting disabled veterans, seniors, families with children, survivors […] The post NFHA Applauds Strong Bipartisan Support for Critic...| NFHA
The 2024 Fair Housing Trends Report is the latest in a series of annual reports about fair housing trends that NFHA has produced since the mid-1990s. The data compiled in this report is from fair housing complaints in 2023. Use the visualization below to see how your state fared.| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 7, 2025 Media Contact: NFHA@skdknick.com CFPB Rule Eliminating Medical Debt Creates Fairer Access to Credit Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) released the following statement from Nikitra Bailey, Executive Vice President at the National Fair Housing Alliance in response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalizing a rule to […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2024 Contact Janelle Brevard, jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org We Will Forge Ahead to Protect Fair Housing National Fair Housing Alliance Issues Statement On 2024 Elections Washington, D.C. –Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) released the following statement on the results of the 2024 election. “Where you live matters and affects every facet […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 19, 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. _ The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) strongly supports the recent call by two U.S. senators to establish dedicated civil rights offices within federal agencies utilizing AI technologies, noting that as AI systems increasingly influence areas such as housing and public services, it is vital that these […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2024 Contact: Janelle Brevard | jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) Publishes Research Study on the Chief AI Officers at the Federal Level Washington, D.C. — Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) published a groundbreaking research study focused on the recent directive from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding […]| NFHA
If you’ve ever been told you might be more “comfortable” in another neighborhood; been pressured by a landlord to pay rent with sexual favors; or told to get rid of an animal, even though they’re an assistance animal, you may have experienced housing discrimination. And these are just a few examples. According to the U.S. […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2024 Contact Janelle Brevard, jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org New NFHA Settlement Agreement Ensures Accessibility of Rental Housing Units in Northern Alabama Washington, D.C. — Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) announced an agreement with Breland Companies, LLC; The Lofts at Town Madison, LLC; The Lofts at Town Madison Condominium Association, Inc.; and […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2024 Contact Janelle Brevard, jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org New NFHA Settlement Agreement Ensures Accessibility of Rental Housing Units in Northern Alabama Washington, D.C. — Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) announced an agreement with Breland Companies, LLC; The Lofts at Town Madison, LLC; The Lofts at Town Madison Condominium Association, Inc.; and […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 12, 2024Contact: Janelle Brevard│ jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org Lee Porter, Bernie Kleina, Cat Cloud and Debby Goldberg Slated to Receive Prestigious Brooke-Mondale Fair Housing Award Washington, D.C. — The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) will award the prestigious Edward W. Brooke and Walter F. Mondale Fair Housing Award to four distinguished individuals whose work to advance fair […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 10, 2024Contact: Janelle Brevard│ jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org Housing Discrimination Complaints Continue to Trend Upward NFHA’s Latest Trends Report Reveals Highest Number of Complaints to Date Washington, D.C. — The number of fair housing complaints filed nationwide peaked to record numbers for the third year in a row, continuing an upward trend highlighting the need […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 4, 2024Contact: Janelle Brevard | jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org NFHA Statement on Court Ruling to Halt Grants Geared Toward Black Women Entrepreneurs Washington, D.C. — The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) released the following statement from Executive Vice President Nikitra Bailey in response to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals panel’s decision to halt Atlanta, GA-based Fearless […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 3, 2024Contact: Izzy Woodruff | iwoodruff@nationalfairhousing.org National Fair Housing Alliance Announces New Chief Operating Officer Washington, D.C. — The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) is pleased to welcome Timothy Guinan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). As COO, Tim’s primary responsibilities include leading financial management, HR, IT, administration, and organizational performance. […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 16, 2024Contact: Janelle Brevard | jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.org NFHA Statement After Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Funding Structure Washington, D.C. — The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) released the following statement from Executive Vice President Nikitra Bailey in response to the Supreme Court rejecting a challenge to the Consumer Financial […]| NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 14, 2024Media Contacts:National Fair Housing Alliance: Janelle Brevard | jbrevard@nationalfairhousing.orgFair Housing Rights Center: Angela McIver | amciver@fairhousingrights.orgHousing Equality Center: Rachel Wentworth | wentworth@equalhousing.org NFHA and Fellow Fair Housing Advocates File Complaint Against National Tenant Screening Software Company Complaint Alleges Discrimination AgainstHousing Voucher Holders in Memphis, TN, and Philadelphia, PA Washington, D....| NFHA
