
"Asheville’s Housing Crisis: Stories, Systems, and Solutions” by Jen Hampton
A speaker talk and community Q&A on Asheville’s housing crisis, digging into lived stories, systemic drivers, and practical community solutions. Hosted by the Ethical Humanist Society with in-person seating and a hybrid Zoom option for broad participation.
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