How Jubilee is Transforming Housing Advocacy

Tyrell Holcomb, Jubilee Housing’s Vice President of External Affairs, shares personal insights into Jubilee’s current initiatives and his vision for the future of Jubilee’s advocacy.

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Special Spotlight: Marty Mellet

For over 40 years, Martin “Marty” Mellet has been an outstanding community leader, dedicating his life and career to promoting social justice through housing, economic development, policy advocacy, and improving Washington, DC for everyone—especially those most in need.

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Gilma Merino: Hispanic Heritage Month Resident Leader Spotlight

Meet Gilma Merino, a longtime resident of Jubilee Housing for over 26 years and a current Resident Board Member. In this spotlight for Hispanic Heritage Month, Gilma shares her incredible journey, reflecting on the impact Jubilee Housing has had on her life and her commitment to giving back to the community that has been her home for decades.

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Concepción Benitez: A Hispanic Heritage Month Resident Spotlight

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are proud to spotlight Concepción Benitez, a cherished resident of Jubilee Housing. Concepción’s journey is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Hispanic community in Adams Morgan, Mount Pleasant, and Columbia Heights. Her story reflects the vibrant contributions that residents like her make to our community.

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The Road to Reentry Housing at Jubilee

For over 50 years, Jubilee Housing has worked to foster access to resources and opportunities, reduce the equity gap, and bring about justice through housing — Justice Housing. During this Jubilee Year, we have recommitted ourselves to some of our founding principles that are part of this biblical tradition: Filling Gaps, Breaking Down Boundaries, and Resetting the System. There is … Read More

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Turning Setbacks into Triumph: Insights from A Reentry Advocacy Leader and Role Model

In this Q&A-style article, David Schultz shares his insights as someone who has personally experienced reentry and now champions the cause leveraging his experience to help others navigate their reentry journey. He also shares his deep connection with Jubilee Housing, offering his perspective as a supporter and collaborator with Jubilee’s Reentry Housing Initiative.

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A Path Forward Through Reentry: Q&A with Anthony

Meet Anthony, a current participant in Jubilee’s Reentry Housing Initiative. Through his reentry journey, Anthony reframes traditional narratives by demonstrating how incarceration can serve as a period of reflection and genuine rehabilitation. In a candid conversation, he shares how he used this time to focus on self-improvement and better his life.

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