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Age Discrimination in Housing – What You Need to Know
The Federal Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination due to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and...
Redlining – Still an Issue in 2022
Redlining still exists - but now it is digital redlining. What is digital redlining, and how is Open Communities fighting it?
Open Communities’ New Fair Housing Associate, Dominic Voz, Brings Passion to the Job
Open Communities New Fair Housing Associate on his new role and what is important to know about fair housing right now.
Open Communities’ Housing Counselor, Kayla Williams
One of our newer housing counselors, Kayla Williams, explains what a housing counselor does, how she found her way to Open Communities,...
Open Communities' Fair Housing Plans for 2022
How Open Communities plans to enforce fair housing laws in 2022. Written by Fair Housing Department Director Chris Riehlmann.
Meet Open Communities' New CEO, Cheryl Lawrence
Cheryl Lawrence, JD, joins Open Communities as CEO. Meet Cheryl and learn why she joined Open Communities.
A Note From Mary Ellen
Mary Ellen Ball says goodbye to Open Communities and recaps her time with the organization.
Open Communities on WBBM-AM Newsradio Talking about the Eviction Moratorium Ending
Interview with Mary Ellen Ball from Open Communities about eviction prevention on WBBM-AM Newsradio.
Notes from Our First In-Person Gathering
The Open Communities staff gathered in person for the first time in many months, thanks to Covid-19, to make plans for the coming year.
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