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HomeServices Foundation for Housing Equity Announces Partnership with The 8 Ways to Support DEI International Sports Alliance

8 Ways to Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for All provides a roadmap to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels with an attitude that promotes harmony and prosperity for all breaking down barriers and bringing people together across ethnic, racial, and economic lines. For every copy of the book (From Athletics to Engineering: 8 Ways to Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for All) co-authored by Johnnie Johnson and Dr. Michael E. Webber purchased here, Johnber Multimedia, Inc., the publisher, will donate 50% of net proceeds to the HomeServices Foundation for Housing Equity.

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Spotlight on Justice: Shame of Chicago, Shame of the Nation.

The HomeServices Foundation for Housing Equity is proud to support initiatives that amplify the fight for equity and justice in housing. Among these is the powerful documentary series Shame of Chicago, Shame of the Nation, a groundbreaking exploration of the policies and practices that institutionalized segregation and housing discrimination in Chicago and beyond.

Created by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Bruce Orenstein and his team, this four-part series uses compelling narratives, archival footage, and expert interviews to uncover the systemic injustices that shaped urban landscapes and perpetuated economic inequality. Each episode offers a detailed examination of history while calling for reflection and reform.

Episode Guide

Episode 1: The Color Tax – A gripping look at the exploitative contract buying schemes that devastated Black families and robbed them of generational wealth. (Password is Episode1).

Episode 2: The Chicago Plan – A deep dive into how policies enforced segregation and inequity under the guise of urban renewal. (Password is Episode2).

Episode 3: A Million in Captivity – Examining the ways segregation shaped the economic and social fabric of the city, trapping countless individuals in cycles of poverty. (Password is Episode2).

Episode 4: We’ve Found the Enemy & It’s Not Us – A poignant reflection on solidarity and the shared struggle for justice across racial and economic lines. (Password is Episode4).

Watch and Learn

We believe in the power of storytelling to educate, inspire, and drive meaningful change. These films are a vital resource for educators, advocates, and community leaders who want to explore the roots of housing inequality and work toward building an equitable future.

Visit the official website to learn more: Shame of Chicago, Shame of the Nation.

Watch the Full Series

At the HomeServices Foundation for Housing Equity, we are honored to have supported the creation of this impactful series, furthering our commitment to advancing housing equity and fostering change.