Welcome to the Resource Center
The Change Lab’s Resource Center is your guide for civic learning and action — featuring training modules, upcoming webinars, spotlights on aligned organizations, and a calendar of local events. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your next step, this is where knowledge meets community — and where small actions can lead to real change.
Please note: This is a temporary site while we build out the full Civic Impact Engine — a next-generation platform designed to help you explore personalized pathways into civic life, connection, and community action. We’re excited you’re here at the start. Let’s build something meaningful together.
Victory! 3 Big Wins for Texas Housing
Texans just scored three major victories for housing, property rights, and local democracy!
Thanks to leadership from the Texas Legislature and Governor Greg Abbott, three transformative housing bills are now law.
Webinar on 6/25 at 2pm ET: Federal Policies Impacting Housing and Economic Development
Congress is in the midst of debating a several trillion dollar tax package while it is simultaneously working on an FY 2026 federal budget that will total over $1.5 trillion in additional discretionary spending. At the same time, the issue of housing supply and affordability has become increasingly paramount, with fewer geographies in the country where families can afford to rent, much less purchase, a decent home. It seems like this would be an ideal moment to make more investments in our housing and community infrastructure, but is Congress and the Administration ready to meet the moment?
Jun 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am Webinar: 2025 State of Housing in Harris County and Houston
Webinar: 2025 State of Housing in Harris County and Houston
Tuesday, June 17, 10-11 a.m. | Presenting Sponsor: Wells Fargo
Explore the latest findings from this year's State of Housing report, which will focus on long-term affordability challenges associated with disaster recovery and resilience. A panel discussion with experts James Elliott (Rice University), Elaine Morales-Díaz (Connective) and Jeremy Porter (First Street) will follow.
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