Resources

Books:

"Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond 

• This book explores the issue of housing insecurity and eviction in America, providing an in-depth look at the lives of low-income renters and the impact of unstable housing on individuals and communities.

"The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America" by Richard Rothstein

•  Rothstein examines the history of housing segregation in the United States, demonstrating how government policies and practices have contributed to racial disparities in access to affordable housing.

"A Right to Housing: Foundation for a New Social Agenda" edited by Rachel G. Bratt, Michael E. Stone, and Chester Hartman 

• This collection of essays explores the concept of housing as a human right and presents various strategies and policies for achieving affordable housing for all.

 "The Affordable City: Toward a Third Sector Housing Policy" by Shane Phillips

• This book examines the role of the nonprofit sector in providing affordable housing and offers insights into how partnerships between government, nonprofits, and the private sector can help address the housing crisis.