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Community and Internet Resources


Housing: Fair Housing



National

New Sign Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) designed to promote compliance with the Fair Housing Act design and construction requirements. The program consists of a comprehensive training curriculum, as well as a toll-free information line and website designed to provide technical guidance to the public. The information line can be reached by calling (888) 341-7781.

National Fair Housing Advocate offers current news and headlines concerning fair housing issues. They offer legal research tools, such as a case database and statutory material. Also, they have other resources including an event calendar, agency finder, job listings, helpful links and a discussion room.


State Listings

Wisconsin

Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council, Inc. promotes fair housing throughout the Milwaukee Metropolitan Area and provides services to ensure fair housing. Services include, counseling and investigation into complaints, fair housing education and home seeker services. For more information, call (414) 278-1240.


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