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It's time to celebrate Fair Housing Month on April 1! This month-long observance was first established in 1968, as a way to commemorate the passing of the Fair Housing Act – a law that prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and family status. This important holiday serves as a reminder of the progress we've made towards creating equal housing opportunities for all and the work that still needs to be done. So let's come together and celebrate diversity and equality during this special month!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1866</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Civil Rights Act of 1866</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Civil Rights Act of 1866, granted citizenship and the same rights enjoyed by white citizens to all male persons in the United States "without distinction of race or color, or previous condition of slavery or involuntary servitude."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Shelley v. Kraemer</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Supreme Court ruled in Shelley v. Kraemer that racially restrictive covenants could not be enforced by courts, a significant step toward fair housing rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1962</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Executive Order 11063</div><div class='timeline-text'>President John F. Kennedy signed Executive Order 11063, prohibiting discrimination in the sale, lease or rental of residential property financed by federal funds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1968</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fair Housing Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fair Housing Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, prohibiting housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fair Housing Act Amendments</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fair Housing Amendments Act expands the Fair Housing Act to include protection for persons with disabilities and families with children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Fair Housing Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>To raise awareness and strengthen enforcement of fair housing laws, the month of April is declared as National Fair Housing Month.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fair housing education session</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite a local housing expert or representative to come speak about fair housing laws and rights. This is a great way to educate yourself and others about this important topic.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a fair housing event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many organizations and communities hold events during Fair Housing Month. Attend one of these events to learn more about fair housing and show your support.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with a fair housing organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local fair housing organization and offer your time and skills to help with their mission. This is a great way to make a difference and support fair housing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to share information and resources about fair housing. This can help educate others and raise awareness about this important topic.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a fair housing themed event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family for a fair housing themed event, such as a movie night with a film that addresses fair housing issues or a potluck with dishes from different cultures to celebrate diversity in housing.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes equal access to housing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fair Housing Month raises awareness about the importance of fair and equal access to housing for everyone, regardless of their race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. It helps to combat discrimination in the housing market and promote diversity and inclusivity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Educates on housing rights and laws</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During this month, there are often events and programs held to educate people about their housing rights and the laws that protect them from discrimination. This is crucial in ensuring that individuals understand their rights and can take action if they encounter unfair treatment in the housing market.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Brings attention to ongoing issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fair Housing Month also helps bring attention to ongoing issues in the housing market, such as gentrification, affordable housing shortages, and homelessness. By raising awareness and advocating for change, we can work towards creating more inclusive and equitable communities for all.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>April was Chosen in Remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Assassination</h3><p class='facts-content'>April was chosen as Fair Housing Month to remember the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who greatly contributed to the fight for fair housing rights, on April 4, 1968.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fair Housing Act Affects More Than Just Buying a Home</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Fair Housing Act not only prohibits discrimination in the sale and rental of homes, but also mortgage lending, and housing-related advertisements.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fair Housing Rights Extend to Public and Private University Housing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Under the Fair Housing Act, universities, whether private or public, cannot discriminate in their housing based on the protected classes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not All U.S States Have the Same Fair Housing Laws</h3><p class='facts-content'>While federal fair housing laws prohibit discrimination based on specific classes, some states have additional protections that cover more classes like marital status and sexual orientation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>You Can File a Fair Housing Complaint for Free</h3><p class='facts-content'>If you believe that your fair housing rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Department of Housing and Urban Development for free.</p></div></div>
Fair Housing Month is celebrated on April 1 every year. In 2024, Fair Housing Month will fall on a Monday.
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