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For media inquiries, contact Dawn Raftery at dawnraftery@povertylaw.org. See our most recent press releases below.

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Shriver Center on Poverty Law Appoints New Directors to Its Board

Macrie, Strong Marks and Wallis bring legal and business experience.

Meet Jen Wagner, the New Director of the Legal Impact Network

Working across state lines to create collective, bold, and meaningful systems change.

A Step Forward: HUD Shows Commitment to Reducing Housing Barriers

Since everyone needs a place to live, ensuring that people with records have access to stable housing is not merely equitable, but also a matter of common sense.

Illinois Continues Building Toward an Equitable Recovery for All

This spring, the Shriver Center championed a legislative agenda in Illinois designed to support low-wage workers, expand access to health coverage, and secure stable housing so that all Illinoisans can thrive.

Ending Housing Discrimination through Federal Administrative Advocacy

We must remove barriers that limit people's ability to make those choices and to address the legacy of racism that is embedded in our country's housing policies.

Stop Keeping Tenants Out in the Cold Because of the Source of Their Income

Source of income discrimination disproportionately affects people of color, women, and people with disabilities.

Infrastructure Spending Must Be Equitable

The Shriver Center and Legal Impact Network members have urged the Secretary of Transportation to comply with Title VI in planning and implementing projects.

Building an Equitable Recovery for All: Our 2022 Agenda

Our agenda is rooted in equity and establishing long-term supports for communities across the state.