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The Women’s Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) has launched a podcast series dedicated to amplifying the voices of people within the affordable housing industry. With a focus on shedding light on this critical issue, each episode of the podcast features discussions led by experts, activists, and policymakers. Through dynamic conversations, the WAHNcast aims to showcase the leadership at the forefront of the affordable housing movement. It offers valuable insights into groundbreaking practices, policy advancements, and community engagement strategies aimed at tackling housing insecurity. More than just informative, the podcast serves as a source of inspiration, providing a platform for sharing success stories, advocating for policy reforms, and nurturing a supportive community among professionals and advocates in the affordable housing sector. Join us as we elevate the voices driving change and championing progress in affordable housing.
Episodes
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Join us for an inspiring power hour with Commissioner Eileen Higgins, a trailblazer and someone who has a lifetime of community service in communities she has lived around the world. She delves into her impactful work with innovative mixed-income projects and transformative community initiatives. An especially insightful part of the discussion is around logical interaction between government, legislators, and the housing authority to ensure budgeting, permitting and more do not hold us to the development of new projects. This dynamic discussion highlights her dedication to improving lives and fostering vibrant, inclusive communities.
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Sharon's enthusiasm is truly infectious. Her unwavering commitment to aiding individuals with health and housing needs is unparalleled, and we consider ourselves fortunate to have her passion driving our industry forward. She articulates the profound impact of housing shortages, highlighting the alarming statistic that only one in four individuals in need of housing assistance actually receive it. Sharon compellingly argues that this crisis extends beyond shelter, framing it as a critical national security issue. Tune in to discover why housing is a security concern!
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Join Ms. Hazel Ann Harris as she reflects on her upbringing in Georgia's cotton fields and the joy of her family's first home, highlighting the resilient community spirit and her mother's influence as a community leader. Enjoy hearing Ms. Harris's pride in her accomplished children, including Malaika Serrano who joins her for this episode, and her heartfelt bond with her grandchildren, topped off with a touching recital of a cherished poem passed down through generations.
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Emily Cadik is highly respected in the affordable housing sector, with WAHN as one of her biggest fan clubs. Her advice on exposure therapy as a tool for personal growth highlights her bravery, evident in her early career as a trailblazing woman in many male-dominated spaces. Through her insightful points on self-worth and knowledge sharing, she's earned widespread respect and continues to inspire with her evolving work in the field throughout the year.
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
The latest EmpowerHER series of WAHNcast highlights Lisa Lim, General Counsel of the New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust. Lisa shares her journey, insights on navigating implicit bias and gender inequality, and perspectives on AAPI representation in leadership. Tune in for stories of resilience, leadership, and advocacy for equity in affordable housing. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation with Lisa, joined by Tanya Dempsey and Nicole Graham, CEOs of CSG advisors!