35 Years of Learning: The Journey to the Supportive Housing and Resident Services Academy

As the San Diego Housing Federation celebrates 35 years, we also celebrate the evolution of one of our most impactful and people-centered initiatives: the Supportive Housing and Resident Services Academy (SHRSA).

SHRSA was created in 2024 through the merger of two longstanding networks—Resident Services Support Network (RSSN) and the Supportive Housing Learning Network (SHLN)—each with its own rich history of supporting professionals on the frontlines of affordable and supportive housing.

Together, they form a unified program dedicated to training, peer support, and shared learning across property management and resident services staff in our region.

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35 Years of Building Futures: Creating Career Pathways in Affordable Housing Management

In Spring 2021, the San Diego Housing Federation partnered with MiraCosta College to tackle a critical challenge facing the region: the growing need for skilled, compassionate property managers in affordable housing. With the leadership of Michelle Sites (VP of SoCal Affordable at CONAM Management) and Erica Duran (Department Chair for Short-Term Vocational at MiraCosta College), two new courses were developed that summer tailored to train and uplift individuals often underrepresented in the field.

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There's No Place Like Home: The Enduring Legacy of the San Diego Housing Federation Ruby Awards

The journey down the yellow brick road to affordable housing in San Diego has been paved with dedication, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of community. For the San Diego Housing Federation (SDHF), this journey has been celebrated annually since 1994, when the first seeds of the Ruby Awards were sown during their annual conference. Two years later, in 1996, the Rubies blossomed into their own standalone event, marking a significant turning point in recognizing the vital work being done.

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35 Years of Standing for Justice: SDHF and the Fair Housing Movement

For 35 years, the San Diego Housing Federation has been committed to building a future where everyone—regardless of race, income, or background—has access to safe, affordable housing. One of the most enduring pillars of this mission is our unwavering support for Fair Housing.

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SDHF's 35th Anniversary Celebration

On March 25th, SDHF staff, board members, affordable housing advocates, and supporters came together at San Diego City Council, where Councilmember Stephen Whitburn and Council President Joe LaCava brought forward a proclamation officially declaring March 27th as "San Diego Housing Federation Day." On March 27th, we gathered to celebrate the San Diego Housing Federation’s 35th Anniversary—a milestone that reflects decades of dedication to creating affordable housing and fostering stronger, more equitable communities.

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Celebrating 35 Years of Advocacy: Empowering Residents, Transforming Communities

For 35 years, the San Diego Housing Federation has been at the forefront of advocating for safe, affordable housing for all. One of the most transformative initiatives in this ongoing mission is the Residents United Network (RUN), a statewide advocacy program that has empowered residents to take an active role in shaping affordable housing policies.

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Celebrating 35 Years of Policy Wins and Leadership

As the San Diego Housing Federation celebrates its 35th Anniversary, it's essential to recognize the significant policy victories we've championed, supported, defended, and achieved over the years. Our very formation in 1990 established a crucial foundation, creating—for the first time—a unified voice for affordable housing in San Diego. What began as informal discussions has evolved into a fully functioning 501(c)(3) organization, a testament to the power of collective action.

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San Diego Housing Federation: 35 Years of Being “With You All the Way”

Thirty-five years ago, a group of visionary leaders recognized a growing crisis in San Diego: a lack of quality affordable housing for the region’s most vulnerable residents. From this urgent need, the Nonprofit Federation for Housing and Community Development—now known as the San Diego Housing Federation (SDHF)—was formed in 1990. What began as a modest effort to unite and educate nonprofit developers, housing advocates, and community leaders has grown into a powerful force for change, touching the lives of thousands of San Diegans.

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