Fair Housing Content & Resources to Share

Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present.

As community leaders, real estate professionals have an opportunity to be a part of equitable and inclusive change. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership. Below are training and education opportunities provided to further the mission of fair housing.

At What Price? Overcoming Barriers to Homeownership

A Fair Housing Month Event featuring NAR’s 2023 Fair Housing Champions

Tuesday, April 25th at 12:00 pm MT | Broadcast Live on NAR’s Facebook

Join NAR as we commemorate the 55th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Expert speakers will address ongoing barriers to homeownership, and we’ll celebrate the 2023 Fair Housing Champion Award winners, who are overcoming these obstacles in their businesses and communities.

Take part in this timely event as we continue to work to eliminate discrimination and broaden homeownership opportunities.

Speakers:

  • Emily Badger, New York Times
  • Nora Guerra, Freddie Mac
  • Charles Lowery, National Housing Conference
  • Dana Wade, Walker & Dunlop, former FHA Commissioner

NAR NXT Up: Fair Housing – Beyond the Transaction

Wednesday, April 26th from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm MT| Zoom Event

Discover how your fellow REALTORS® are sharing fair housing knowledge and advancing equitable homeownership opportunities through association and community leadership, plus learn how you can take steps to do the same. During this interactive conversation, panelists from across the country will explore how the lingering effects of history are still impacting the industry today and highlight what state and local associations are doing to establish best practices, raise awareness, and provide guidance and support.   

Speakers:

NAR Resources

NAR compiled a collection of fair housing books, documentaries, videos, and movies to help members deepen their understanding of how we became divided and the ramifications of living in a segregated society.