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Tackling Housing in Cambridge
Join us for an engaging conversation on the pressing housing issues in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Learn about the impact of housing on the community and how small changes can make a big difference.
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Discussion Topics
Affordable Housing, A Comprehensive Outlook
Engage in a conversation about the current state of affordable housing in Cambridge. Share your thoughts and learn about potential solutions to address this critical issue.
Community Development and Sustainable Housing
Explore the concept of sustainable housing and its role in community development. Discover how sustainable housing practices can contribute to a healthier and more inclusive community.
Equity and Access in Housing
Delve into the topic of equity and access in housing. Understand the challenges faced by marginalized groups and participate in discussions aimed at achieving fair and inclusive housing opportunities.
Housing inequity has had a profound impact on Cambridge, creating division and isolating communities. The lack of meaningful interaction between residents of different socioeconomic backgrounds perpetuates stereotypes and hinders the development of solutions. Dialogue is the most powerful motivator for change in our Common-Home of Cambridge.
Meet Our Facilitator
Abel Asefaw
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Community Engagement Coordinater
A Co-Chair on the Cambridge Youth Council, and a youth representative to the Family Policy Council, Abel is well equipped to tackle issues in Cambridge. Growing up in Cambridge Public Housing his entire life, he has seen first-hand the devastating affects of housing inequity, and through conversations, he is determined to make a difference
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