April General Membership Meeting: Seeking Housing Justice: Expanding the Fight for Fair Housing
As we recognize Fair Housing Month, the Fairfax County NAACP is proud to welcome Thomas Fitzpatrick, Executive Director of Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia (HOME), as our featured speaker for the April General Membership Meeting on Tuesday April 28th, via Zoom.
With a deep commitment to equity and justice, Fitzpatrick works at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and community education to ensure that every person has access to safe, affordable housing. Under his leadership, HOME continues to challenge systemic barriers and expand opportunities for historically underserved communities.
The Urban Institute defines housing justice as “ensuring everyone has affordable housing that promotes health, well-being, and upward mobility by confronting historical and ongoing harms and disparities caused by structural racism and other systems of oppression.”
During this important conversation, Fitzpatrick will discuss how HOME’s anti-discrimination and fair housing work fits within—and strengthens—the broader movement for housing justice.
This Housing Month, we invite you to join us in deepening our understanding and renewing our commitment to ensuring that fair housing is not just a principle, but a lived reality for all.
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Deadline Approaching: Michelle Leete Scholarship Applications Close Soon!
Time is running out to apply for the Michelle Leete Memorial Scholarship. Fairfax County NAACP will award three $1,000 and two $500 scholarships to deserving Black students who demonstrate leadership, service, and a commitment to equity in our community.
Eligible Fairfax County students are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline at the end of this month. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future and be recognized for the impact you’re already making.
Please share this opportunity with students, families, and educators across Fairfax County to help us reach those who could benefit most.
Access the application and full eligibility details using the link below.
Applications close April 30th
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