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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
Four Lessons on Building 2Gen Partnerships in Schools A supportive housing organization in Columbus has figured out how to involve its local elementary school in meaningful 2Gen interventions, and offers lessons for other communities looking to do the same.What Does It Take to Launch a Tiny Home Village of Permanent Supportive Housing? Five lessons from a tiny home village in Bozeman, Montana, can inform other communities seeking to end chronic homelessness.Owners and Renters of 6.2 Million Units in Small Buildings Are Particularly Vulnerable during the Pandemic Small-building landlords and renters need additional financial support—quickly—as the crisis continues.How COVID-19 Sheds Light on Disaster Policy’s Need to Prepare for Multiple, Sequential Emergencies Disaster-affected households are more vulnerable to the pandemic’s impacts. Three strategies could help.Criminal Justice Finance in the COVID-19 Recession and Beyond Budget choices are happening now, and policymakers have an opportunity to enact equitable, effective, and lasting public safety reforms.Three Ways Communities Can Promote Inclusive Public Space and Better Support People Forced to Live Outside Criminalization of living outside leads to a homelessness-jail cycle, and does nothing to improve people's lives. Providing housing through Housing First is a more effective, long-term solution.