YIMBY Nation (Yes, In My Back Yard)

Oct 02 2024 16 ep. 35 mins 7
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YIMBY Nation is a podcast that brings unique perspectives from people who have served in the fields of advocacy, activism, non-profit, public, and the private development of affordable housing. We are driven by our passion for community empowerment, economic development, and residents' self-sufficiency in the transformation of underserved, low- and moderate-income communities.

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Feb 29 2024 49 mins  
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