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Understanding what housing discrimination is, its effects — and how to report it if it happens to you

Everyone needs a place to live. But historically, many groups have had trouble accessing shelter in the US because of discriminatory practices.

Though housing discrimination is illegal today, it still happens. By understanding how housing discrimination works and what your rights are, you'll be in a better position to speak up and fight back if you find yourself a victim of it.

What is housing discrimination?

Housing discrimination occurs when an individual is denied access to housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, or disability.

This doesn't just include instances where a landlord refuses to rent to certain groups or a mortgage lender only lends in certain neighborhoods. Things like

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Connect with us on social media!

We invite you to add us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn as we work towards eliminating housing discrimination!

Facebook

Click for page: HOPE, Inc. Fair Housing Center

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Click for page: @hope_fhc

Instagram

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LinkedIn

Click for page: Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE), Inc.

Thank you!

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