What's Happening?
Fahe has announced the expansion of its Housing Can't Wait initiative, a multi-state advocacy campaign aimed at addressing housing shortages across Appalachia. The campaign seeks to elevate housing as a central economic and workforce priority by connecting
housing supply gaps to state-level economic performance. The initiative will deploy a targeted digital campaign across Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, West Virginia, and Virginia, using state-specific data and visual storytelling to highlight the impact of housing shortages on workforce stability and economic competitiveness. Fahe's campaign provides policymakers with data-driven solutions, including legislative recommendations and proven funding mechanisms, to increase housing production and support economic growth.
Why It's Important?
The expansion of the Housing Can't Wait campaign is significant as it addresses the critical link between housing supply and economic growth. By focusing on state-level solutions, the initiative aims to fill financing gaps and leverage private and philanthropic capital to support workforce housing. This approach is crucial for regions like Appalachia, where underinvestment and policy gaps have historically limited housing production. By equipping policymakers with actionable data and recommendations, the campaign seeks to enhance economic competitiveness and workforce growth, ultimately benefiting local communities and economies.
What's Next?
The campaign's success will depend on the engagement of state leaders and policymakers in implementing the proposed solutions. As the digital campaign targets key influencers and decision-makers, it is expected to keep housing issues at the forefront of legislative and budget discussions. The initiative's long-term goal is to double housing production across Appalachia by 2030, which will require sustained collaboration between state governments, private sector partners, and community organizations.
