Get Involved
Participation in the implementation of housing plans is a crucial opportunity to advance equity and address community needs in a meaningful way.
Whether you have 5 minutes, an hour, or more, there are actions you can take. Choose an option below to find tools and resources tailored to your work.
If you have just 5 minutes
Spread the word
Find the Housing Readiness Report valuable? Share it with your networks to help more people get involved in local housing solutions.
If you have an hour
Explore advocacy toolkits
Want to level up your housing advocacy? These toolkits offer tested messaging strategies, communications templates, and campaign planning resources to help you build public support for affordable housing:
If you have a day or more
Prepare to speak up
Planning to attend a City Council or Board of Supervisors meeting? Whether you're joining virtually or in person, this toolkit can help you craft strong, confident public comments and written testimony:
Dig into your city or county's housing plan
Learn more about your community's housing needs and explore all the content behind the housing planning process in your city or county.
Attend a local meeting
Housing decisions happen at public meetings—and your voice matters. Whether it's about new development, tenant protections, or zoning updates, city leaders need to hear from people who know their communities best. Use the links below to find upcoming City Council, or Planning Commission meetings where housing is on the agenda.
Explore your city or county's housing plan
Want to understand what your local government has committed to? Dive into your jurisdiction's Housing Element to see its goals, timelines, and policy strategies for building and preserving affordable housing, and addressing displacement. Use the links below to explore current and past versions of the plan.