Why Not Public Housing? A Save Section 9 Teach-In

Posted on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024

Blue text on a white background reads: Why Not Public Housing? A Save Section 9 Teach In on the History of Public Housing and solutions that use public land for public good. In the background is a blue tinted image of public housing buildings in New York.

Join us for a thought-provoking virtual Teach-In hosted by Save Section 9, a national advocacy group of residents and neighbors committed to preserving and revitalizing public housing in New York City and the nation. Delve into the rich history, pressing challenges, and future prospects of public housing as we explore its significance and the significant threats public housing faces today, including the full scale demolition of the Fulton and Elliott Chelsea Houses and the relocation/displacement of thousands of long term public housing residents.

This discussion aligns with More Art’s 2024 year of programs on the themes of housing and immigration in New York City.

Register for this free event!

Monday, April 8, 2024 from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm EST on Zoom


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AGENDA

Introduction to Public Housing: Learn about the origins and evolution of public housing in the US and in New York City, examining its pivotal role in shaping urban communities.

Present Challenges: Explore the current landscape of public housing, discussing issues such as funding shortages, maintenance backlogs, and the impact of gentrification on affordable housing.

Save Section 9 Campaigns: Learn about the initiatives and campaigns led by Save Section 9 to safeguard public housing communities and amplify the voices of residents.

Interactive Discussion: Engage in a dynamic dialogue with experts, artists, activists, and community members as we brainstorm solutions to address the challenges facing public housing and ensure its sustainability for future generations.

Speakers: Ramona Ferreyra, Renee Keitt & Teresa Scott

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Secure your spot by registering through the button above! Participation is free and open to all who are curious and/or passionate about the future of public housing in New York City.

Let’s come together to advocate, educate, and empower for a more equitable and resilient public housing system. Together, we can make a difference! #SaveSection9 #PublicHousingFutureNYC


For inquiries, please contact Madison Markham at madison@moreart.org.

This event will be held virtually on Zoom. A recording with subtitles will be available shortly after the event. 

About Save Section 9
Save Section 9 is a tenant led coalition that works to educate and activate public housing tenants. We take on policies rooted in colonialism that have led to discriminatory disinvestment in America’s only truly affordable housing stock. Our members fight gentrification, displacement, and privatization schemes nationally. Our actions are focused on gaining adoption of our federal solutions which aim to rehabilitate and expand the only truly affordable housing stock in America. We demand the sustainable and resilient rehabilitation of Section 9/ public housing campuses nationally.

About More Art
More Art is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that collaborates with artists across their careers to catalyze social change by producing meaningful participatory public art for a broad audience.