In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Lisane Basquiat sits down with Alexis Rodriguez, Shannon Morrison, and Lakeysha Sowunmi from Community HousingWorks — a San Diego-based nonprofit redefining affordable housing. Together, they unpack how a stable home is just the beginning. Through supportive services focused on financial wellness, education, health, and leadership, Community HousingWorks empowers over 12,000 residents across California and Texas to not just survive — but to thrive. From senior tech literacy programs to student scholarships and civic advocacy, this conversation is a masterclass on creating generational impact through housing equity.Key Themes:
- Affordable housing as a foundation for dignity, opportunity, and freedom
- Three-pillar support: financial well-being, health & wellness, and next-gen success
- The importance of location in high-resource neighborhoods
- Resident-led advocacy and leadership development
- How individuals and organizations can help
🔗 Learn more or support:
www.chworks.org
