The Atlanta Model

Session Summary: This general session featured a dynamic conversation between Egbert Perry, Renee Glover, and Josh Humphries, moderated by NPR’s “Closer Look” host, Rose Scott. Mr. Perry, Ms. Glover and Mr. Humphries discussed their experiences in transforming communities through mixed-income housing, revitalization efforts, and the importance of equitable development to lift communities out of poverty, improve safety, and create economic opportunities for residents. In particularly, Mr. Perry and Ms. Glover’s work in places like Centennial Place (first HOPE VI community) were discussed as an example of successful urban renewal and specifically how Atlanta set the stage for the HOPE VI model nationally. Mr. Humphries shared solutions for scaling affordable housing efforts that the City of Atlanta has undertaken. The conversation focused on what policies and strategies benefit both current and future generations.