Home is the Key
In 2019, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County celebrates 35 years of community impact by launching Home is the Key. This exciting new panel series will explore the broad implications of stable housing by focusing on three key interrelated outcomes: health, education and economic mobility. The Home is the Key series will serve to educate community members about the benefits of affordable housing in Orange County by emphasizing the related social determinants that allow individuals and communities to thrive.
Home is the Key kicked off on September 4th with an intimate discussion on housing and health from our panelists. Continuing in its success, we at Habitat for Humanity of Orange County are excited to invite you all to the second panel on housing and education. Light refreshments will be provided.
Housing + Education Panel
For many children, a stable home means a quiet place to do homework. It means decreased family stress and better sleep, improving a child’s ability to thrive in the school environment. Research shows that children of homeowners graduate from high school at a significantly higher rate than children of non-homeowners. Home is the key that improves a child’s ability to thrive in school and it allows individuals the financial freedom to pursue technical and career training or advanced degrees.
Panelists:
–Penny Gluck: Executive Dean, Orange County Campus of Durham Tech
–Christina Gibson-Davis: Professor, Sanford School of Public Policy Duke University
–John A. Williams: Principal, Phoenix Academy High School, Chapel Hill – Carrboro City Schools
–Hsar Ree Ree Wei: Daughter of a Habitat for Humanity of Orange County homeowner
Parking
The Rams Head Deck is the primary parking facility for the Carolina Club. It is located at 104 Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. For the most convenient access, park on the 3rd level of the deck and follow signs to the Carolina Club.
