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DC policymakers considering TOPA changes should understand the implications for owners and renters of two-to-four-unit rental buildings.
How to Engage Landlords to Strengthen Renter Stability Programs Ensuring landlords are strong partners will help more equitably and effectively deliver assistance to renters.Three Steps toward Implementing Equity-Centered Student Supports and Engagement Practices Centering equity in student support and engagement practices is one way colleges can advance educational opportunities for students of color.Renters Have Weathered the Pandemic Better Than Expected, But Situations Are Worsening for Those with Low Incomes Renters with low incomes have struggled more than to make on-time payments, have had less ability to save money, and have fewer opportunities to cut back on their expenses.Federal Infrastructure Funds Could Fill Gaps in Local Transit Accessibility Public transit can increase access to employment, health care, and more. But it’s unavailable to most, and only 2.5 percent of the country's workers use it to commute.Three Ways Corporate Philanthropy Can Address the Racial Wealth Gap Dismantling structural racism in community development financial practices and policies can reduce wealth equity disparities for communities of color.How Infrastructure Helps the Social Sector Thrive Having a clear understanding of what the social sector infrastructure is and who it serves can help those within it know where to go for the support they need and ensure the infrastructure is valued and appreciated.