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Tune in as we amplify the voice, vision, and mission of Atlanta Housing through open, honest dialogue with AH visionaries, beneficiaries, and partners in the affordable housing landscape. The lack...
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Tune in as we amplify the voice, vision, and mission of Atlanta Housing through open, honest dialogue with AH visionaries, beneficiaries, and partners in the affordable housing landscape. The lack of affordable housing is a national crisis. Hear how the largest public housing authority in Georgia, one of the largest in America, is taking the lead in opening doors to equitable, affordable housing, and unlocking opportunities to thrive for those in need in the city of Atlanta.
Hosted by Egypt Sherrod, CEO of the INDIGO ROAD family of companies & host and co-executive producer of HGTV’s Married to Real Estate, Flipping Virgins and Property Virgins.
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Hosted by Egypt Sherrod, CEO of the INDIGO ROAD family of companies & host and co-executive producer of HGTV’s Married to Real Estate, Flipping Virgins and Property Virgins.
Atlanta Housing Unlocked
Atlanta Housing Unlocked
Empowering First-Time Homebuyers Through Down Payment Assistance
19 FEB 2024 · Host Egypt Sherrod is joined by Director of Homeownership Programs, Pat Evans, and Brion Grady, a down payment assistance recipient, to provide a comprehensive guide on accessing homeownership resources and programs offered by Atlanta Housing. Hear Brion’s inspiring story about how Atlanta Housing gave her a leg up as a first-time homebuyer so she could realize her dream of homeownership and begin building generational wealth.
In this episode:
- Brion’s story
- Common challenges new homebuyers face
- Homebuyer education as part of the buying process
- How to qualify for the AH Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA)
- How much if offered as part of DPA
Follow us on social media @AtlantaHousing
Partnering to Solve Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Crisis
12 FEB 2024 · Host Egypt Sherrod is joined by Trish O'Connell, Deputy Chief Real Estate Officer, and Ernestine Garey, Senior Vice President of Choice Neighborhoods to discuss the power of private and public partnerships in solving Atlanta’s housing crisis. We explore how these partnerships are not only reshaping the city's housing landscape, but also empowering communities and preserving the rich history of neighborhoods like the former Bowen Homes.
In this episode:
- The past, present, and future of Bowen Homes
- Why public and private partnerships are necessary
- Who are our partners?
- What is the Choice Neighborhoods program?
- What residents are looking for in a neighborhood
- The rich history of AH communities
- Development challenges and solutions
You can find our podcast on YouTube and all your favorite podcast apps. Follow us on social media at @atlantahousing.
Providing Opportunities to Thrive and Resident Services
5 FEB 2024 · Host Egypt Sherrod is joined by Sarah Hilton, Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs and Resident Services, and Tracy Jones, Senior Vice President for the Housing Choice Voucher Program, to discuss the diverse range of services offered by AH, from workforce development and mental health support to housing choice vouchers and programs for seniors.
In this episode:
- Service continuum during the pandemic
- Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program
- Dispelling voucher participant myths
- Haven Program
- A people-first approach
- Life Skills Programs
- Resident services
- How to Enroll in Programs
- Landlords' role and how to partner with AH
Tell us what you want to hear about. Find us on social media at @AtlantaHousing or visit us at atlantahousing.org.
Delving Into Our People-First Strategic Plan
23 JAN 2024 · Host Egypt Sherrod is joined by Terri Lee, COO of Atlanta Housing, and Larry Stewart, Board of Commissioners Chairman of Atlanta Housing, to break down the agency’s 5-year Strategic Plan. Find out if Atlanta Housing is on track to reach its goals of creating and preserving 10,000 affordable housing units, enhancing family resources, and strengthening its communications and partnerships.
In the episode:
- The goals of the 5-year strategic plan
- Are we on track?
- The role of the Board of Commissioners
- The biggest challenges around affordable housing
- Helping families become self-sufficient
We want to hear from you! Connect with us on social media at @atlantahousing.
Creating Housing, Building Communities
23 JAN 2024 · In this inaugural episode, Egypt Sherrod is joined by Eugene Jones, Jr., the President and CEO of Atlanta Housing, and John Skach, Director of Planning, Design, and Community Development, as they delve into the affordable housing crisis, the complexity of the housing landscape, and initiatives aimed at creating stable neighborhoods.
In this episode:
- What does affordable housing even mean?
- Working with partners for swift impact
- Programs offered by Atlanta Housing
- What’s next for Atlanta Housing
- Programs implemented by Eugene Jones
- Perspective on gentrification
- Listening to the community
- Developing communities to sustain housing
- Geographical focus of AH initiatives and developments
We want to hear from you! Connect with us on social media at @atlantahousing.
Atlanta Housing is Opening Doors
16 JAN 2024 · Atlanta Housing is proud to launch its new podcast, Atlanta Housing Unlocked, on January 23, 2024. Catch a glimpse into host Egypt Sherrod’s thought-provoking conversations with AH visionaries, leaders, and beneficiaries as they discuss challenges and solutions to Atlanta’s housing crisis.
Tune in as we amplify the voice, vision, and mission of Atlanta Housing through open, honest dialogue with AH visionaries, beneficiaries, and partners in the affordable housing landscape. The lack...
show more
Tune in as we amplify the voice, vision, and mission of Atlanta Housing through open, honest dialogue with AH visionaries, beneficiaries, and partners in the affordable housing landscape. The lack of affordable housing is a national crisis. Hear how the largest public housing authority in Georgia, one of the largest in America, is taking the lead in opening doors to equitable, affordable housing, and unlocking opportunities to thrive for those in need in the city of Atlanta.
Hosted by Egypt Sherrod, CEO of the INDIGO ROAD family of companies & host and co-executive producer of HGTV’s Married to Real Estate, Flipping Virgins and Property Virgins.
show less
Hosted by Egypt Sherrod, CEO of the INDIGO ROAD family of companies & host and co-executive producer of HGTV’s Married to Real Estate, Flipping Virgins and Property Virgins.
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| Author | Renae Wolter |
| Organization | This is Digital |
| Categories | Non-Profit |
| Website | www.atlantahousing.org |
| renae@get-clout.com |
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