Our Policy Director Sean Ghio joined Rep. Maria Horn & Rob Phillips of Northwest Hills COG at Litchfield County’s Housing Affordability Summit to talk about what’s next for HB 5002 & how communities can advance housing solutions.

“Listening to reps from other states talk about their successes, it’s easy to think 'That won’t work here.' But this thinking is a fallacy. Connecticut is not unique.." Kayla Giordano reflects on #YIMBYTown in our latest op-ed. heyor.ca/ju5ZQO

Here's an op-ed from Kayla Giordano from our coalition partner @pschousing.bsky.social. CT hosted YIMBYtown the largest pro-homes conference in the U.S. but instead of taking the lead on housing, our state is falling behind. Gov. Lamont, where is the special session? ctmirror.org/2025/09/26/y...

The Partnership endorses the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act of 2025. With over 140,000 extremely low-income renters and a 90K+ unit housing gap in CT alone, this bill offers real solutions to our growing affordability crisis. Read our full statement: heyor.ca/zsfDn5

“We're presenting this information not because there's a crisis coming, but because there's a crisis here.” — Daniel Fitzmaurice, United Way of CT 📊 40% of CT families faced financial instability in 2023. United Way is pushing for a $600/child tax credit. 🔗 heyor.ca/kaSjOA

📚 What We're Reading: Samaila Adelaiye explores Neighborhood Defenders—a sharp look at how wealthy, vocal residents use public comment to block affordable housing. The book’s findings in MA echo housing challenges here in CT. #ZoningReform #HousingPolicy

@ctpublic.bsky.social covered new research by the Partnership’s Dr. Samaila Adelaiye on why expanding programs like RAP are a cost effective way to support CT families facing housing insecurity and unaffordability. Listen: www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-09... #CTHousing #RentalAssitance

Proud to spotlight Research Associate Kalimah Muhammed, whose new report reveals how housing instability affects student well-being in CT’s communities of color. She connects redlining, rent hikes & zoning to mental health + school outcomes. 🏘️📚 Read: heyor.ca/TSnqrY

Registration for #CAHC2025 is now open! Join us virtually for engaging sessions, expert panels & timely conversations. Thanks to our sponsors, CAHC is free and open to all. Stay tuned for keynote announcements and a full agenda--coming soon heyor.ca/LBWj0s

YIMBYtown 2025 is coming to New Haven this Sept 14–16 — and we’re proud to sponsor and serve as part of the advisory committee. Hosted by @DesegregateCT, expect 3 days of bold ideas, hot takes, local tours, and legendary apizza. 🔗 yimby.town #YIMBYtown2025

Over 1 in 3 Connecticut households are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Yet Gov Lamont vetoed HB 5002—a bill that would’ve tackled housing costs, boosted supply, and supported the unhoused. 📞 Call him: 860-566-4840. Demand bold housing action.

🏠 176,728 CT households are eligible for rental assistance but remain unsupported. Rental assistance is one of the most effective tools we have to keep families housed. Our new report lays out what it would take to close the gap. 🔗 heyor.ca/MUpRpx

Streaming live now on the Partnership's Facebook! www.facebook.com/Partnershipf...

🚨 Happening tomorrow! Join Sen. Bob Duff, Rep. Jason Rojas & moderator Evonne Klein for a timely convo on the future of housing in Fairfield County 🏡 🗓️ Aug 20 | 🕕 6–7:30 PM 📍 Sacred Heart Univ 🎟️ Register: heyor.ca/EnezMA #CTHousing #FairfieldCounty

We’re proud to sponsor CT Voices for Children’s 30th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉 For 3 decades, CT Voices has been a relentless advocate for policies that help children and families thrive. Join the celebration of 30 years of impact, research, and advocacy! 💙

We’re deeply grateful to Liberty Bank Foundation for their generous grant to Partnership for Strong Communities! 🙌🏽 Their support helps us continue advancing housing solutions and building stronger, more equitable communities across Connecticut. Thank you for investing in this important work! 🏡💙

“Affordable housing is the foundation of economic mobility.” Our Coalition & Advocacy Director Amy Peltier joined @SenBlumenthal to support the AHEM Act—a bold plan to build 3M homes & lower costs. 📰 www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-08... #CTHousing #AHEMAct #HousingCrisis #HomesForAll

“It’s fair to say reps of towns & cities have signaled support for all of HB 5002, by virtue of successful votes in the House & Senate.” In a new op-ed, housing advocates — including the Partnership — urge Gov. Lamont to find a path forward to address the crisis. www.ctinsider.com/opinion/arti...

Miss the IForum? Catch up on the voices, stories & solutions shared. “Fair Rent Commissions... embody our collective conscience about what we owe our neighbors.” Every CT town deserves one. Read the recap: pschousing.org/conscience-o...

The CT Affordable Housing Conference is back Nov 17–18, 2025! 🎉 CAHC is free to all thanks to our amazing sponsors — and we need your support to make it happen. Join us in advancing housing solutions statewide. Become a sponsor heyor.ca/CDndmF #CAHC2025

"As CT deals with a home shortage of close to 100,000 units, just for those of the lowest incomes, this book has me thinking about alternative models of community ownership and how they can be paired with increasing supply to make real strides towards a more affordable Connecticut."

Join @SenBobDuff & @RepJasonRojas for a key discussion on housing policy in Fairfield County. Ask questions & hear about a potential special session! 📅 Aug 20, 6-7:30 PM 📍 Sacred Heart Univ, Fairfield, CT Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-housing-...

Have you checked out the 2025 Out of Reach report yet? We spoke to @CTNewsJunkie to break down the key takeaways, including what it really costs to rent in CT, and why low-wage workers and communities of color are being hit hardest. Read the full story: heyor.ca/3QPaUY

During the '25 CT legislative session, we tracked 65 key housing bills across the state. Our Bill Tracker offers: ✅ Summaries & links ✅ Our positions & testimony ✅ Focus areas: affordability, creation, choice, stability Explore how housing policy evolved this year: pschousing.org/2025-housing...

Building more housing, even in wealthier areas, helps slow rent growth across the board. But when supply falls short, low-income renters face the harshest squeeze. 27% now spend over half their income on rent. More via @pewtrusts ⬇️ heyor.ca/1QXqGn

Report: In CT And The U.S., Rent Is Unaffordable For Many Typical Wage Earners  #ctnewsjunkie #ctpolitics

We’re incredibly grateful to the Wells Fargo Foundation for their generous $20,000 investment in the Partnership. This support for our general operations helps power our mission and sustain the vital work we do every day. Thank you for believing in our impact!

Federal budget update: The House’s draft FY26 bill cuts HUD funding by $939M—better than the White House’s proposal, but still short of what’s needed. Now’s the time to urge Congress to protect & expand housing resources. @NLIHC is breaking down the impact: heyor.ca/UDenq4

🚨 Last call! 🚨 RFPs for the 2025 CT Affordable Housing Conference are due July 25! We’re seeking bold, action-oriented proposals on: 🏡 Housing equity 💡 Local innovation 📍 Expanding housing choice Submit now:https://heyor.ca/VAXAQ9

If you make the minimum wage in CT, you have to work 87hrs/week just to afford the rent and utilities for a modest 2-bedroom apartment and 70hrs/week to afford a 1-bedroom apartment. Take a look at NLIHC’s Out of Reach 2025 report to learn more: nlihc.org/oor #OOR25

Victory for affordable housing: A judge ruled New Canaan wrongly denied a 102-unit, 8-30g proposal. “Local zoning… reinforces the status quo and makes commissions very subject to local opposition. I think it’s almost paralyzing.” ctmirror.org/2025/07/10/n...

Got questions about Fair Rent Commissions? We’re covering them at the IForum on July 24! 📅 Join us to learn how FRCs support housing stability + tenant rights in CT. 💬 Drop your Qs below & we’ll bring them to the convo! 🔗 heyor.ca/Ad81Gr #CTHousing #FairRent

Huge congrats to our Advocacy & Education Manager, Danielle Hubley! Her paper on the intersectional nature of housing & why we must prioritize Housing First is featured in the Journal of Policy Practice and Research. A must-read! 🔗 t.co/7RHnKKmQDP

In CT, homeowners are 67–68% of the population—but hold 91–92% of land use board seats. New report shows women, renters & non-white residents are largely missing from key decisions shaping our towns. Read Room at the Table: cho.thehousingcollective.org/impact/parti...

Join us this FRIDAY, July 11 for a powerful conversation at the intersection of Affordable Housing and Family Safety. This free webinar will feature insights from leading experts in housing and domestic violence advocacy. Register now: heyor.ca/1ceCJU

Have you registered yet?! Our next IForum is coming up and you won’t want to miss it! Whether you're a tenant, landlord, official, or advocate—this is your chance to learn, connect, and help shape the future of fair housing in CT. heyor.ca/Ad81Gr

Join us & leading housing orgs urging Congress to fully fund federal rental assistance & Emergency Housing Vouchers. Millions rely on these programs to keep a roof over their heads. Sign the letter & help protect affordable housing for those who need it: heyor.ca/c8bY6B

Following Gov. Lamont’s veto of HB 5002, lawmakers will spend the coming weeks reworking the bill—negotiating town planning mandates, parking reforms & possibly tying school construction $$ to affordable housing. @CTMirror: ctmirror.org/2025/07/01/c... #CTHousing #HB5002 #CTLeg

🚨 Governor Lamont’s veto of H.B. 5002 is a setback for families, renters, and businesses across CT. With no action this session, the housing crisis deepens—and thousands remain without relief. It’s time for bold, urgent solutions. Read the Partnership's full statement: t.congressweb.com/w/?VJMUK

The Partnership will be closed next week (June 16-20) for coordinated time off — a chance for our team to rest, reflect, and recharge. ☀️ We’ll be back Monday, June 23, ready to keep pushing for safe, stable, affordable homes across Connecticut. 🏡💙

How can affordable housing help prevent family violence and keep households safe? Join us for a powerful convo on the intersection of Family Safety & Housing, featuring leaders from @CTCADV, Safe Futures & The Violence Institute. Register now: heyor.ca/1ceCJU

Connecticut’s housing bill HB 5002 is the most progress we’ve seen in a decade—now it’s time for Gov. Lamont to sign it. But as Sean Ghio notes, leaving out just-cause eviction protections again is a missed opportunity. 📰 ctnewsjunkie.com/2025/06/10/h...

🚨 RFPs now open for #CAHC2025! We're looking for engaging, action-focused session proposals on affordable housing in CT. This year’s priorities: 🏡 Equity in housing policy 🌎 Local & regional innovation 📍 Expanding housing choice 🗓️ Due July 25 🔗 heyor.ca/VAXAQ9

HB 5002 — the housing omnibus bill — passed the Senate and is headed to the Governor’s desk! Huge thanks to the legislators & advocates who made this win possible. Learn more: ctmirror.org/2025/05/30/h...

We're proud to sponsor Spring for Kids 2025, Center for Children's Advocacy's flagship fundraiser supporting vital advocacy for CT's youth! Join us on 6/3 at Dunkin’ Park’s Yard Goat Club for an evening of good food, good friends & powerful youth voices. heyor.ca/Dh6hyl

🚨 Huge win: HB 5002 — the housing omnibus bill with our priority Work Live Ride — PASSED the House! 🏠 This could be the most impactful housing bill in years for CT families. Now it’s the Senate’s turn. 📞 Tell your senator: Vote YES on HB 5002! t.congressweb.com/w/?XYBFBYBFOV

🚨 ACTION ALERT: The House votes on #HB5002 TODAY — a major housing reform bill that includes #WorkLiveRide! ✅ More rental assistance 🏘️ Middle housing & TOD ⚖️ Fair housing enforcement TAKE ACTION: t.congressweb.com/w/?FYUDEIYYQQ

We’re deeply disappointed the #JustCauseCT bill wasn’t called for a vote. “It’s such a massive constituency... I struggle to understand why legislators... recognize landlords but don’t seem to recognize tenants.” — Luke LMelonakos-Harrison @CTMirror: ctmirror.org/2025/05/20/c...

New blog: The Reality: Housing Challenges I faced as a Low-Income Earner by intern Mabel Thompson. “I realized, I belong in these spaces too. My lived experience is part of the policy puzzle they’re trying to solve.” Read her powerful story: heyor.ca/4kj7ob

The Partnership is proud to support CT Coalition to End Homelessness's Annual Training Institute, Connecticut’s leading event for strengthening the Homeless Response System. 📆 May 21, 2025 | 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM 📍The Connecticut Convention Center cceh.org/ati2025/