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Fight Housing Discrimination: Become a Fair Housing Tester!
ORGANIZATION: HIGH PLAINS FAIR HOUSING CENTER INC
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2 people are interested
High Plains Fair Housing Center is seeking individuals to assist in the investigation of housing discrimination in North and South Dakota. Under federal and ND/SD state laws, it is illegal to discriminate against people in housing transactions. Testing refers to the use of individuals who pose as prospective renters or purchasers of real estate for the purpose of gathering information which may indicate whether a housing provider is complying with fair housing laws.
For example, two testers receive instructions to separately visit the same apartment building and inquire about the same type of apartment. Comparing these test experiences may make it possible to identify and document any differences in treatment and/or the existence of policies or practices that violate fair housing laws.
Our testers must complete a 2-hour training session done through Zoom or in person. We pay a small stipend for each test.
What it takes to be a good tester:
- Detail oriented
- Memory Skills
- Legible Handwriting
- Reading and Literacy
- Give articulate account of test experiences
- Neutrality
- Passion for Civil rights work
Want to learn more about our organization and our mission? Visit our website at www.highplainsfhc.org.
Currently, we are especially interested in recruiting testers from South Dakota in particular.
More opportunities with HIGH PLAINS FAIR HOUSING CENTER INC
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About HIGH PLAINS FAIR HOUSING CENTER INC
Location:
405 Bruce Ave Suite 101, GRAND FORKS, ND 58201, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the High Plains Fair Housing Center is to strengthen communities and to ensure equal access to fair housing in the region through training, education, enforcement, and advocacy.
Description
High Plains FHC educates, advocates and helps enforce fair housing rights across North and South Dakota.
Fair housing is a right protected by federal, state, and local laws. Fair housing means you may freely choose a place to live without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status (having children).
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Homeless & Housing,
Justice & Legal
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Rapid City, SD 57702
(44.0569 ,-103.298 )
DATE POSTED
March 20, 2025
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Reading / Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Advocacy
- Acting
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- On-call position. The average time our testers come into work is once every 3 months, though that time varies considerably based on what investigations we are conducting. Those testing in South Dakota will have the opportunity for more assignments.
- If a test you participated in finds evidence of discrimination and goes to trial, you may be required to testify in a court of law.
Private Group Details
- Event can be held virtually
- No Donation