Research and Resources
Partnership for Strong Communities conducts in-depth research and produces valuable timely resources to inform policies and empower communities. We work to foster a deep understanding of affordable housing challenges, solutions, and pathways toward a more inclusive and thriving Connecticut.
PARTNERSHIP BLOG
Part 1: The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: Why Implementation Matters
By: Amy Peltier, Coalition & Advocacy Director Federal Housing in Focus: A Three-Part Series Part 1: The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: Why Implementation ...
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Housing Across the Lifetime – Aging at Home in Connecticut
Danielle Hubley, Advocacy & Education Manager, Partnership for Strong Communities On June 26th, 2026, the Partnership hosted a conversation with advocates focused on policy and ...
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HOUSING, FARMLAND, AND WHAT WE LEAVE UNPLANNED
Ella Kennen, Research Associate If you work on affordable housing in Connecticut, you are probably familiar with who needs it: families, seniors, and people priced out ...
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What the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Means for Connecticut’s Housing Future
Chelsea Ross, Executive Director The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act marks one of the most significant federal housing policy advancements we have seen in decades. Housing has increasingly become ...
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Welcoming New Leaders to the Partnership Board: Fionnuala, Aimee, and Kathy
Connecticut’s housing challenges demand collaboration across sectors and leaders who understand that stable, affordable housing is the foundation for thriving communities. As we continue welcoming ...
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Welcoming New Leaders to the Partnership Board: Andréa, Aaron, Johnny, Mariana
Connecticut’s housing challenges require leadership from every sector — leaders who understand how housing intersects with education, economic opportunity, public health, and community wellbeing. As ...
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Welcoming New Leaders to the Partnership Board: Ashleigh, Kassandra, Erin
Connecticut has the opportunity to build a stronger, more equitable housing future, and that work depends on bold leadership, deep expertise, and collaboration across sectors. ...
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Norwich Housing Forum 2026
By: Shreyas Nair, Research Associate On Saturday, April 27th, the Partnership for Strong Communities hosted a housing forum in Norwich that brought together local officials, nonprofits, ...
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HOMEOWNERSHIP PATHWAYS AND HARTFORD’S NEIGHBORHOOD INVESTMENT FUND
By: Makayla Cervantes, Research Associate In December 2025, I first heard about the Neighborhood Investment Fund (NIF) at a Center for Hartford Research and Engagement ...
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