What is the Fair Housing Act?

While refugees are not a specific protected class, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibits discrimination based on national origin and religion in all housing transactions. This factsheet explains examples of discrimination and how to file a complaint if a refugee has experienced discrimination.

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Related Resources

Learn more about legal requirements and find answers to commonly asked questions about partnering with refugee resettlement agencies to provide housing to newcomers.

Housing Resources for Refugees and Newcomers

One of the primary challenges resettlement practitioners and newcomers encounter is how to navigate the housing market effectively. This resource provides information and tools for successfully finding and securing proper housing for newcomers.

Home Set-up Guide

This resource provides Resettlement Agencies and their affiliates with an apartment and home set-up guide as they prepare for and take part in a home set-up for refugees.

FAQs on Fair Housing

This guide answers general questions PHA's and housing practitioners have regarding refugees’ and parolees’ eligibility for housing assistance.
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