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Act's model for Redemptive Justice prioritizes holding owners of crime-ridden properties accountable for their impact on community peace. Inspired by Christ's call, we strive for balance in unjust situations while extending grace and mercy. Learn more about our mission at https://lnkd.in/gizrSj38 #RedemptiveJustice #CommunityImpact #ActForJustice

In this video, Grounded Solutions Network Board President Dr. Akilah Watkins-Butler declares housing a fundamental right, bringing together those most impacted by exclusionary policies to influence community planning and decision-making. Grounded Solutions Network Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/eBtc4SJx #CommunityLandTrust #CLT #AffordableHousing #SustainableCommunities #HomeOwnership #HousingJustice

Isaac Yablo is Senior Advisor for Community Safety for the City of Boston. He moves seamlessly across scales, from city-wide strategy to on-scene response. In his work, we watched how well Isaac sees people, where they are coming from, and the structures that surround them: the not visible things that are driving visible behaviors. Isaac has shown us what it can mean to be seen. Read our 2023 Year of Stories here: https://lnkd.in/gGt_nfRn The project: We worked with Isaac in co-designing an updated protocol for the city’s response to incidents of community violence. Read about some of Isaac’s work here: https://lnkd.in/e7snpWXV #communitysafety #strategy #codesign

Introducing the speakers for our panel on Inclusive Housing and Equitable Housing Development at the 2024 CAAP Conference: Cynthia Witman Daley Kim Dolan Vanessa Raymond-Garcia Esteban Rodriguez About this Panel: This workshop will cover three topics with the common theme of expanding housing opportunities and empowering communities to control housing outcomes. Regional Housing Legal Services' expert staff will discuss: 💠housing developments for returning citizens and tenant screening policies that support people with criminal histories 💠community land trusts and how to move housing from the speculative real estate market into community control 💠what designation as a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) means for building the capacity of community-based organizations, including Community Action Agencies.

Meet the Special Area Studies sub-team. Their mission? Creating and updating community and neighborhood plans for Hillsborough County! Check out the video to learn more about these dedicated planners. #MeetTheTeam #MeetTheTeamTuesday #PlanHillsborough #HillsboroughCounty #TampaFL #TempleTerraceFL #PlantCityFL #CommunityBuilding #CommunityPlanning #SpecialAreaStudies #CommunityBuilding #PublicInput #GrowthManagement

🏛️ Empowering Communities to take on Historic Places of Worship: Insights from Historic Environment Scotland and Kilmaronock Old Kirk Trust 🔧📜 As community ownership of historic places of worship continues to grow, Historic Environment Scotland has shared a timely and valuable resource. Their recent blog post, "How To Take a Kirk Into Community Ownership," provides essential guidance and practical tips for community groups considering taking on the responsibility of managing and preserving these cherished buildings. ⛪🌍 Drawing on the successful experience of the Kilmaronock Old Kirk Trust, the blog offers insights into the challenges and rewards of community ownership. From navigating legal processes to engaging local support and ensuring sustainable management, the Trust's journey serves as an inspiring example for others to follow. 🤝💡 By sharing these experiences and lessons learned, Historic Environment Scotland is helping to empower communities across the country to take an active role in safeguarding their historic places of worship for future generations. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿✨ To learn more about the process of taking a kirk into community ownership and to discover the valuable tips provided by Historic Environment Scotland and the Kilmaronock Old Kirk Trust, read the full blog post here: https://ow.ly/4p1o50R36T7 #CommunityOwnership #HistoricPlacesOfWorship #PreservingHeritage #SustainableCommunities #ScotlandsHistory

CT Businesses: Share your Make It Here story. DECD laid out a path to engaging with CT Marketing efforts in this collaboration document. Let CT amplify your activities and success story!

Why Community Land Trusts Matter for Our Future I had the chance to attend LISC San Antonio’s event on community ownership, and it really hit home how important Community Land Trusts (CLTs) are for fair and just development. Julia Duranti-Martínez from LISC NYC talked about how community ownership can give people the power to stop displacement and keep local businesses and organizations in place. It’s about helping BIPOC-led businesses, and community groups have a real shot at staying in their neighborhoods by owning affordable spaces. The panel, featuring experts like Juleny Santa Cruz, M.Ed. (ROC USA), Crystal Requejo (MEXICAN AMERICAN UNITY COUNCIL, INC), and Nadia Mavrakis (Culturingua) moderated by Julia, discussed how CLTs allow communities to protect their spaces, build wealth, and shape their own future. This conversation was a great reminder that ownership isn’t just about land or buildings—it’s about empowerment and economic justice. If we want lasting change, we need more CLTs in our communities. Emerge and Rise, Inc #CommunityLandTrust #FairDevelopment #LISCSanAntonio #CommunityOwnership #EconomicJustice

PA's Abandoned and Blighted Property Conservatorship Act (Act 135) has been a valuable tool for repairing and remediating distressed properties. However, there have been some issues with its application, and there is room for improvement. In this article, we review the Act's usage and suggest reforms and policy changes. Our hope is to spark conversation and recommendations for change among those in community development, redevelopment, blight mitigation, and housing. Thanks to co-authors Judy Berkman and Penina Lieber! I really enjoyed working with you. #communitydevelopment #redevelopment #blightmitigation #housing #change #realestate #PABarQuarterly

Learn about Community Development Districts (CDDs) and their important role in managing infrastructure, financing, and creating long-term value for residents in residential communities. Discover the ins and outs of governance and financing mechanisms in this comprehensive overview by Florida Property Group - https://lnkd.in/g3u4UHrR