Leaders for Inclusive Community

The Kelsey
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The Kelsey accelerates and advocates for disability-forward housing solutions that open doors to more affordable homes and opportunities for everyone. Our Leaders For Inclusive Community podcast is hosted by Isaac Haney Owens, a Bay Area native and passionate housing and disability advocate. In each episode Isaac interviews community leaders and advocates about housing issues and how they impact access, equity, and inclusivity.

  1. 01/09/2025

    Disability & Housing Narrative Change Cohort: In Conversation with Keah Brown

    This episode is a unique feature from our Disability and Housing Narrative Change Cohort, a year-long virtual program that brings together disabled leaders from across the country to share and amplify their diverse housing experiences. Facilitated by staff with lived experience, the cohort challenges ableist policies and practices by reshaping dominant narratives through personal storytelling about disability and housing. In this episode, we’re thrilled to present a conversation with one of the most groundbreaking storytellers of our time: Keah Brown. Keah Brown is an activist, journalist, author, actress, and screenwriter. She’s the creator of the viral hashtag #DisabledAndCute and a new member of The Kelsey’s board of directors. Her work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar, and she’s the author of three books: the essay collection The Pretty One, the children’s picture book Sam’s Super Seats, and the young adult novel The Secret Summer Promise, all of which are available wherever books are sold. Keah holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and is a passionate fan of TV and film. You can follow her on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram @Keah_Maria and explore her work at keahbrown.com. To learn more about the Disability and Housing Narrative Change Cohort, visit thekelsey.org/storytellers-for-disability-forward-housing.

    29 min

  2. 11/27/2024

    Introducing The Kelsey Avondale

    In this episode of the Leaders for Inclusive Community podcast, Isaac interviews Brittney Harris, Housing Development Manager at The Kelsey; LaTangela Foster, Housing Director at AIDS Alabama; and Veronica McGee, longtime resident and advocate in Birmingham. The conversation explores the development of The Kelsey Avondale, The Kelsey’s first co-development outside of California. The participants discuss the community's features, local partnerships in Birmingham, and ongoing advocacy efforts for disability-forward housing across Alabama. Learn more about The Kelsey Avondale: https://thekelsey.org/projects/birmingham/ Access the transcript of this conversation at: ⁠thekelsey.org/stories⁠

    30 min

  3. 11/27/2024

    Giving at The Kelsey with Ari Katz

    In this episode of the Leaders for Inclusive Community podcast, host Isaac Haney-Owens interviews Ari Katz, who manages fundraising and operations at The Kelsey. They discuss the importance of donations in creating affordable, accessible, and inclusive housing, the values that drive their fundraising, and the impact of giving. Ari also shares personal anecdotes from their work at The Kelsey, the significance of an abundance mindset in fundraising, and the transformative power of donations in building a supportive community. Donate today to The Kelsey: https://thekelsey.org/donate/ Learn more about The Kelsey: https://thekelsey.org Learn more about Ari : ⁠https://thekelsey.org/ari-katz/

    16 min

  4. 12/22/2021

    Investing in an Inclusive Future with Rebecca Cokely of the Ford Foundation

    Isaac Haney-Owens interviews Rebecca Cokely of the Ford Foundation. Read the transcript at thekelsey.org/stories

    25 min

  5. 09/30/2021

    01 - Finding Disability Pride with Allie and Andraea

    Monday, August 9th, 2021, Isaac interviews colleague Allie Cannington, the Manager of Advocacy and Organizing at the Kelsey and Board Member, Andrea LaVant, President and Chief Inclusion Consultant at LaVant Consulting to celebrate Disability Pride. In this conversation, we'll better understand how intersectional identities can shape pride, learn about barriers holding us back, and the role of allies in co-leading efforts alongside people with disabilities. Read the transcript here.

    39 min

  6. 06/02/2021

    03 - Affordable Housing Month - Funding Solutions with Amy Kleine of the Weinberg Foundation

    In this episode, Isaac interviews Amy Kleine of The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation about funding solutions for accessible, inclusive housing. A full transcription is located here. For more info or to get involved visit www.thekelsey.org

    19 min

  7. 06/02/2021

    02 - Affordable Housing Month - Building Housing with Olya and Todd of Sares Regis Group

    In this episode, Isaac interviews Olya Krasnykh, Assistant Vice President, and Todd Regonini, Chief Development Officer of Sares Regis Group of Northern California about building housing communities for people with and without disabilities. A full transcription is located here. For more info or to get involved visit www.thekelsey.org

    34 min

  8. 05/27/2021

    01 - Affordable Housing Month - Advancing Policies with SF Supervisor Matt Haney

    In this episode, Isaac interviews SF District 6 Supervisor Matt Haney about advancing policies for disability-forward housing solutions. A full transcription is located here. For more info or to get involved visit www.thekelsey.org

    18 min
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The Kelsey accelerates and advocates for disability-forward housing solutions that open doors to more affordable homes and opportunities for everyone. Our Leaders For Inclusive Community podcast is hosted by Isaac Haney Owens, a Bay Area native and passionate housing and disability advocate. In each episode Isaac interviews community leaders and advocates about housing issues and how they impact access, equity, and inclusivity.

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