Provides forums, speakers, materials, and reports organization's research results on issues related to fair housing (discrimination, predatory lending, information on fair housing laws, and disabilities in housing). Workshops may count towards continuing legal education.

Do your housing applications get turned down because of your eviction record Do you have criminal records that should be expunged so you can find work Do child support payments make it impossible to afford housing

Do your housing applications get turned down because of your eviction record Do you have criminal records that should be expunged so you can find work Do child support payments make it impossible to afford housing

Investigates housing discrimination complaints throughout the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and provides advocacy services for persons who believe they have been encountered discrimination in housing (both in the public and private sector, whether rental units or purchased housing). If necessary the agency can do discrimination testing to confirm discrimination allegations. Can also make referrals to outside agencies for legal and other related services. Also conducts educational workshops for landlords, rental agents, real estate agents, and others as to what constitutes discrimination in housing. And how they can best comply with the law.

Provides legal advice and representation to tenants facing eviction. Program is for tenants residing in private or subsidized housing. Legal assistance includes evictions, housing conditions problems, and threatened Section 8 voucher terminations. Includes help for applicants that are encountering delays or other difficulties in securing their benefits.

A housing counselor will work with clients to identify rental resources that meet individual needs. Will review credit reports (or FABCO rental report), review income and household budget, create an action plan, and assist with an online search for current, available properties for rent. Can also review current leases, document any issues with landlords, and discuss options for landlord/tenant disputes. Will also help you file a fair housing compliant if necessary.

Do your housing applications get turned down because of your eviction record Do you have criminal records that should be expunged so you can find work Do child support payments make it impossible to afford housing

Provides advocacy and support to tenants throughout Ohio. Offers information on rental rights, fair housing, housing advocacy and tenant organizing. Also provides tenants legal advice concerning landlord/tenant issues. Primary focus is on tenants living in federally assisted housing (Project-based Section 8, Low Income Housing Tax Credits and Rural Housing Service 515 properties), but staff will try to be of service to any Ohioan with questions about her/his housing rights.

Investigates housing discrimination complaints throughout the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and provides advocacy services for persons who believe they have been encountered discrimination in housing (both in the public and private sector, whether rental units or purchased housing). If necessary the agency can do discrimination testing to confirm discrimination allegations. Can also make referrals to outside agencies for legal and other related services. Also conducts educational workshops for landlords, rental agents, real estate agents, and others as to what constitutes discrimination in housing. And how they can best comply with the law.

Provides listings of affordable public and private housing, special needs and disability housing availability, and nearest offices of the federal agency that oversees housing.

Do your housing applications get turned down because of your eviction record Do you have criminal records that should be expunged so you can find work Do child support payments make it impossible to afford housing

Provides an online explanation of the eviction process.

Works directly with voters to ensure they have the ID they need to cast a ballot that counts. - Scheduling appointments and covering cost to obtain personal documents (such as Social Security card, proof of residence, birth certificate, name change records, naturalization certificate) needed to obtain an ID that is suitable for voting (state photo ID or driver's license). - Arranging and paying for transportation to their local ID-issuing office (DMV or Social Security office). - Answering questions about their state’s voter ID laws. - Providing pro bono legal assistance with certain document issues. NOTE: This service was intended to assist individuals with obtaining documents needed to vote, but now serves any citizen in obtaining documents (such as Social Security card, proof of residence, birth certificate, name change records, naturalization certificate) if needed for housing.