HLD 2021 Workshop Advancing Equity in the Housing Element Process

Workshop Summary

Track: Policy, Progress & Justice

21 Elements is a collaboration of all jurisdictions in San Mateo to advance housing policy and share resources. This year, 21 Elements partnered with twelve community-based organizations to advance equitable affordable housing opportunities and support community outreach and engagement around the Housing Element Update process. In this workshop, we will share lessons-learned, successes, and challenges of the Equity Advisory Group.

Panelists

Vu-Bang Nguyen, Senior Consulting Project Manager, Baird + Driskell Community Planning/Nguyen Planning Company (Moderator)

Ángela Solis, Organizer, Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County

Kalisha Webster, Housing Choices, Housing Advocate

Workshop Convener: Baird + Driskell Community Planning