Aurora Housing Observer

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My name’s Pranet Swain. I regularly try to interview local residents with personal perspectives on Aurora’s housing shortage that are usually hard to thoughtfully share through our crowded town hall meetings. I regularly meet interviewees while sitting in on local town hall meetings, volunteering at local homeless shelters, as well as through email request. While I usually stick to publishing interviews with those currently at risk of eviction or homelessness, the publication does include some conversations with those with different perspectives on the crisis. As a disclaimer, all conversations are condensed for clarity and some names have been altered for privacy upon request.

2022

  • 6/16/22 – Antoine Gomez

    Welcome. Today, we’re exploring a vital aspect of Aurora’s affordable housing landscape: the experiences of immigrants and refugees finding homes and building communities. Your personal journey and subsequent advocacy have shed light on this issue. Could you share your story with us? Thank you for having me. My journey into the heart of affordable housing…

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    6/16/22 – Antoine Gomez

  • 5/21/22 – Bralen Garcia

    Welcome. Today, we explore an urgent topic within Aurora’s changing layout: the balance between rapid urbanization and the preservation of affordable housing. Your personal journey has become a significant voice in this conversation. Could you share how your experiences have led you to advocate in this space? Thank you for having me. My story within…

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    5/21/22 – Bralen Garcia

  • 4/15/22 – Aamir Aziz

    Welcome. Our discussion today revolves around a pioneering aspect of affordable housing in Aurora: the integration of technology to enhance living conditions for low-income families. Your personal story has significantly contributed to this evolving conversation. Could you share your journey with us? Thank you for having me. My involvement with technological innovations in affordable housing…

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    4/15/22 – Aamir Aziz

  • 3/14/22 – Ruth Shipley

    Welcome. Today, we’re here to discuss an issue close to the heart of many in Aurora: the unique challenges single parents face in securing affordable housing. Your journey has brought significant attention to this cause. Could you share your story and how it led you to become an advocate? Thank you for having me. My…

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    3/14/22 – Ruth Shipley

  • 2/21/22 – Dennis Qiang

    Welcome, and thank you for joining us to discuss a critically important aspect of affordable housing in Aurora: supporting our veterans’ transition back to civilian life with appropriate housing solutions. Your personal journey has become a compelling story of advocacy and change. Could you start by sharing how your experiences have led you to this…

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    2/21/22 – Dennis Qiang

  • 1/17/22 – Lisa Luna

    Welcome. Today, we delve into a critical aspect of the affordable housing crisis in Aurora: innovative solutions to combat homelessness. Your personal involvement has become a beacon of hope for many. Could you share your story and how it led you to this advocacy? Thank you for the opportunity to share my journey. It all…

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    1/17/22 – Lisa Luna