FAIR PROJECT
Fair and Inclusive Rental Housing Project in Louisiana
The goal of UPHIL's FAIR project is to educate individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers and landlords about fair housing rights, particularly when it comes to renting a home. See our calendar for upcoming workshops.
The FAIR project aims to:
* Develop and disseminate publications that include, but are not limited to: a fair housing pamphlet that outlines responsibilities and obligations of landlords, particularly as this relates to prospective tenants and/or tenants with disabilities; and a fair housing booklet that outlines rights and responsibilities of prospective and/or current tenants, particularly those with disabilities, as well as the procedure for filing a claim of housing discrimination;
* Conduct one fair housing workshop for landlords that is designed to strengthen their understanding of fair housing laws and statutes and to build their capacity and accountability as informed owners/proprietors;
* Conduct one fair housing workshop for prospective and/or current tenants, particularly those with disabilities and their service providers, to strengthen their understanding of fair housing laws and statutes and build their capacities as informed consumers and providers;
* Through networking opportunities, serve as a fair housing resource for hurricane recovery-based programs, community-based organizations and disability support organizations; and
*Provide technical assistance to tenants with disabilities and service providers regarding specific properties, issues, and/or needs by providing intake, counseling and referral activities that will focus on people with disabilities, but that will include all protected classes.
If you would like to request copies of publications or if you wish to participate in a workshop, please contact us.
The UPHIL FAIR Project is a collaborative venture between the:
And is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).