Understanding Housing Access in Pierce County:
A Public Forum on Housing History and Policy
Thursday, November 6, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Evergreen State College - Tacoma
Discover the Past. Shape the Future.
Join us for a half-day public forum exploring the history and policy of housing in Pierce County. We’ll examine how past decisions shape today’s inequities and how we can advance housing justice for all.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Understanding Housing Access in Pierce County is a public forum that focuses on the historical and present-day policies shaping housing inequities in our region. This half-day gathering will explore how practices like redlining and racially restrictive covenants have created lasting disparities and how local governments, advocates, and communities are working toward a more equitable future.
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The event will feature dynamic presentations, policy conversations, and a community dialogue centered on housing justice. Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of Pierce County’s housing landscape, concrete examples of racial equity in policy and practice, and actions they can take to drive change in their own work.
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Whether you’re a housing advocate, public agency partner, community leader, or concerned resident, this forum is for you.
The Tacoma News Tribune, January 7, 1964 Courtesy The Tacoma News Tribune
Residential Security map, Tacoma, 1929 National Archives (NAID: 720357)
EVENT SPONSORS
We are deeply grateful to the generous sponsors who are making this public forum possible. ​Your investment powers impact.
Through your support, we're elevating community voices, sharing critical data, and working toward a more just housing future in Pierce County.​
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