National Association of Black Journalists 2024

Join Bruce Mitchell, NCRC Principal Researcher, at NABJ 2024, where he will be speaking on the panel: DISPLACED AND DENIED: Investigating Historical Displacement and Racist Denial of Housing Rights to Black Communities.

This insightful panel discussion will explore the intersection of historical racism in housing issues and its reverberations in present-day housing challenges for communities of color. Panelists will delve into methodologies and ethical considerations involved in reporting on the enduring legacy of racism in housing practices. From racially influenced urban renewal and eminent domain land seizures to discriminatory practices like racial covenants and redlining, this panel will unpack how historical injustices continue to shape contemporary housing landscapes and provide best practices for reporting that utilize research, public records, and community narratives.