NLIHC’s Opportunity Starts at Home (OSAH) campaign and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) released today (January 13) the first episode of a jointly produced five-part podcast series on the OSAH campaign’s podcast webpage. The new episode, “Housing as a Human Right – The Role of Architects in Housing Equity,” dives into the work of AIA’s Housing & Community Development Knowledge Community’s Right-to-Housing Working Group, highlighting the critical role architects play in addressing housing inequities and influencing policy change. Listen to the new episode.
Hosted by OSAH Campaign Director Chantelle Wilkinson, the episode features architects Karen Kubey and Casius Pealer, who share their insights about how thoughtful design can meet immediate needs, advance long-term community benefits, and support human rights. The guests highlight innovative architectural approaches that promote sustainability, inclusivity, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Listen to the episode here.
About the Series
The podcast series, developed with AIA’s Right-to-Housing Working Group, highlights the multi-sector impacts of affordable housing. Hosted by OSAH’s Chantelle Wilkinson and Julianne Walker, the series features architects discussing human-centered design, federal policies addressing housing inequities, and innovative approaches to equity and sustainability. The series emphasizes the critical role of architects in advancing housing advocacy for a just and equitable future. New episodes will be released weekly on Soundcloud, Apple, and Spotify.
Learn more about the series here.