Tag: advocacy
Our testimony to the Oregon Legislature on Corona Virus Response
End of the 2020 Legislative Session
2019 Legislative Session Recap
Wow. I think we can say with absolutely certainty that we have never seen a Legislative session quite like that! From the early passage of landmark protections for renters, to historic investments in affordable housing, to the passage of a bill that legalizes more housing options across Oregon, to the end of a session complete… Continue reading 2019 Legislative Session Recap
Engaging residents of affordable housing in advocacy and organizing
By Reyna Gillet On June 6th housing providers and advocates met to learn about what’s next in our efforts to start a resident organizing network here in Oregon. We met in Salem, and with the help of the organization Community Change, we laid out the steps we will be taking to ensure a successful movement… Continue reading Engaging residents of affordable housing in advocacy and organizing
Cost of Housing in Oregon Continues to Rise: 2019 Out of Reach Report released
Oregon’s Legislature has additional opportunities to take action as the latest Out of Reach report shows housing costs continue to escalate across Oregon Salem, Ore. – All Oregonians need a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home. The cost of a place to call home in Oregon continues to rise this year, according to… Continue reading Cost of Housing in Oregon Continues to Rise: 2019 Out of Reach Report released
It’s time for housing advocates to get LOUD about homeownership!
We need your voice to advocate for more safe, stable, and affordable homes.It’s budget time in the Oregon Legislature, and we are calling all housing advocates! We need your help to advocate for more resources to help people with low incomes to get or maintain access to homeownership! This week we are asking for your… Continue reading It’s time for housing advocates to get LOUD about homeownership!
It’s time for housing advocates to get LOUD about more homes!
We need your voice to advocate for more safe, stable, and affordable homes.It’s budget time in the Oregon Legislature, and we are calling all housing advocates! We need your help to advocate for more resources for more safe, stable and affordable homes. This week we are asking for your help to call your Legislators about… Continue reading It’s time for housing advocates to get LOUD about more homes!
Oregon Housing Advocates Storm the Capitol
Thursday, February 6th was the Housing Opportunity Lobby Day for the Oregon Housing Alliance, and with a giant winter storm hitting Oregon, it was a memorable one. Many advocates braved the cold and wintry weather to drive to Salem, while many others joined us in spirit from their homes where they were stuck in the… Continue reading Oregon Housing Advocates Storm the Capitol