The idea of “social housing” has attained real attention in the United States in recent years as activists, legislators and policy thought leaders join the call for rethinking the role of government in American housing development. SJSU’s Institute for Metropolitan Studies is pleased to present a discussion of social housing with two leading voices in the movement, Hawaii State Senator Stanley Chang and author and President of the Economic Security Project Natalie Foster. Join us for an exploration of policy approaches, the implications of social housing for the Bay Area and beyond, and what it will take to make it happen.
Where Did the Students Go? Housing & the School Enrollment Crisis
JOIN US VIRTUALLY ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH 12PM
Silicon Valley is becoming too expensive for families and our schools are paying the price. Enrollment is dropping, campuses are closing, and beloved school communities are being torn apart.
At the same time, teachers and staff face grueling commutes from far-away cities, while districts struggle to hire and keep the talent our kids deserve.
Join us for an inside look at SV@Home’s exclusive research on Silicon Valley’s enrollment crisis—and discover how affordable housing can keep families in our neighborhoods and strengthen schools across our region.
RSVP now and join the conversation.