Housing Narrative Lab Year-End Narrative Spotlight Awards
12/05/2024
What does it take to change a big narrative? It takes many stories, shared consistently over time, that reach broad audiences. That is how we begin to shape people’s understanding of big social problems like homelessness and unstable housing, and what we can do to solve them. This year, our Housing Narrative Awards spotlight stories […]
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Research Can Inform a Strong Narrative Strategy
10/03/2024
How three of our partners use narrative research and message guidance. Author: Grover Wehman-Brown Narrative research is a powerful tool in building broad, strong support for the changes we need to create a world where we all can thrive. That said, sometimes people in the housing and advocacy field feel that certain recommended messages or […]
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Statement on SCOTUS Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson ruling
06/24/2024
We’ve been holding our collective breath, waiting for this ruling. Now the real work begins. Ever since the Supreme Court of the United States decided to hear the case, Johnson v Grants Pass, those of us working to ensure everyone has a safe and affordable place to live have been holding our breath while working […]
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“Everybody In, Nobody Out”
05/06/2024
We all need a safe and affordable place to live. A recap of the April 22, 2024 rally as the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Johnson v Grants Pass.
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Everyday interactions are part of narrative change
02/29/2024
Our interactions in daily life shape narrative change. Even a one-sentence response that shows our empathy for people who are struggling can interrupt and reframe people’s opinions.
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2024: Coming together to tell new housing narratives
01/24/2024
What does 2024 have in store for us all? At the Housing Narrative Lab, we know the year ahead presents unprecedented challenges and unique opportunities to shape a future where every person, no matter our race, zipcode, or what country we were born in, will have what we need to live a decent life.
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