Gender Issues in Housing

Summary

The report discusses gender issues in housing, including discrimination based on sex, sexual harassment, and domestic violence. It covers various laws and regulations, such as the Fair Housing Act and the Indiana Fair Housing Act, and highlights disparities in housing wealth and eviction rates between men and women. The report also touches on the impact of gender identity and sexual orientation on housing discrimination. Key findings include the existence of hostile housing environments, retaliation claims, and significant racial and gender disparities in eviction rates.

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Subject

Gender Issues in Housing

Summary

The report discusses gender issues in housing, including discrimination based on sex, sexual harassment, and domestic violence. It covers various laws and regulations, such as the Fair Housing Act and the Indiana Fair Housing Act, and highlights disparities in housing wealth and eviction rates between men and women. The report also touches on the impact of gender identity and sexual orientation on housing discrimination. Key findings include the existence of hostile housing environments, retaliation claims, and significant racial and gender disparities in eviction rates.

Report Type

study

Report Title

Gender Issues in Housing

Authoring Body

Notre Dame Law Clinic