The Housing Narrative Lab changes the public conversation about why everyone needs an affordable, safe home to live by working with communities, coalitions, storytellers and media makers.
Narratives are all around us — in the news, in politics, in pop culture, in every conversation. They are the stories and messages that not only influence us, but define us. When we show how and why everyone needs a safe place to live, we build public support for housing solutions.
04/21/2026
By Gillian Gaynair We’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating: In today’s divisive environment, our messages and words matter more than ever. They really do have the ability to connect with people’s hearts in ways that create empathy for others and build support for solutions that can ensure everyone has a home. The power...
03/31/2026
By Claire Haas Imagine your idea of a good neighborhood. Then, imagine a bad neighborhood. You can picture both easily, right? We all know this code, deeply based in unspoken racial lines about where we desire to live. This is the deeply ingrained cultural myth that underpins how we think about housing. Good neighborhoods are...
10/29/2025
By Isaiah Franco As a storytelling volunteer with the Lab, I’ve been spending time speaking with people who are unhoused in Washington, D.C., asking about their experiences, what they see changing in the city and what they wish others understood. What follows are some of the moments and conversations that have stayed with me. On...
We research public opinion about housing as foundational to our lives and our communities, so we can lay the groundwork for housing solutions that require public policy and community investment.
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