Patient Capital and Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis for Refugees

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Exploring the challenges of mobilizing funds for affordable housing for refugees and the importance of patient investment as a long-term solution. Discussing the need for creating a culture of inclusivity and welcoming refugee communities into privileged neighborhoods.

Why do we as a society keep building more and more housing for people who already have the most options, all the while we are forcing people who most need housing to scramble amidst shortage? How do we not just understand what is happening, but also make something better? Jimmy Wright and Michael Hall were motivated by their Christian faith to do just that via their business Launch Capital. Listen in to get inspired by their creative and hopeful work.

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