EBALDC Responds to HUD Statement
Earlier this month, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a statement announcing that the department’s mission statement would be altered “in an effort to align HUD’s mission with the Secretary’s priorities and that of the Administration.” The new mission statement notably removes anti-discrimination language, including “strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all” and “inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination.”
As a non-profit community development corporation dedicated to serving all people of the East Bay, we object to this shift in language and rhetoric. It is especially appalling as we near the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, which prohibits discrimination of various minority groups, and was passed soon after – and in response to – the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We strongly affirm our commitment to all residents of the East Bay and aspire to fully live out the values and legacy set forth by our organizational mission and vision.
Current HUD Mission Statement
HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination, and transform the way HUD does business.
Proposed HUD Mission Statement
HUD’s mission is to ensure Americans have access to fair, affordable housing and opportunities to achieve self-sufficiency, thereby strengthening our communities and nation.
Our Mission
Emphasizing our historic and continuing commitment to Asian and Pacific Islander communities, EBALDC works with and for all the diverse populations of the East Bay to build healthy, vibrant and safe neighborhoods through community development.
Our Vision
We envision that everyone in Oakland and the East Bay can live in a safe and affordable home, and that every neighborhood provides opportunities that enable people to live long, healthy lives, regardless of income or ethnic background.