Speaker Series 4: De-Commodifying Our Right to Shelter

Speaker:

Dr. Valesca Lima, Assistant Professor at Dublin City University

About:

Housing is a basic human right that has been commodified within the context of European colonialism. As we have explored in this series, racial injustice historically has made it difficult for racially marginalized groups to access equity required for homeownership, and/or leasing. Consequently, racial inequity has resulted in greater housing insecurity. How can we in Vermont improve our housing system so that housing becomes a basic human right that is satisfied and not denied?

Emcee:

Dr. Jude Smith Rachele, CEO, Abundant Sun