Join CVOEO Financial Futures and Northfield Savings Bank for an informative session on the homebuying process, including how to choose a lender, preparing for a meeting, and the process from start to finish, ensuring you are well-equipped to make informed decisions on your journey to homeownership.

Community Meal & Listening Session with Racial, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Office (REIB) Director Dr. Kelli Perkins.

This event is part of the Richard Kemp Center's Cultural Empowerment Summit 2026

This free event is for Addison County landlords to discuss and learn about: Fair housing, business plans, Federal and State programs to assist and support landlords, anticipating maintenance costs, and communication with tenants. Hearty Snacks provided by Addison County’s Viva el Sabor.

The Small Scale Development Workshop on small scale real estate development is all about project formation. We take a big picture view of neighborhood-based development to help attendees analyze what makes a good project, how a building makes money, and how small developers interact with the broader ecosystem of professionals in the built environment.

This event is part of the Richard Kemp Center's Cultural Empowerment Summit 2026

This event is part of the Richard Kemp Center's Cultural Empowerment Summit 2026

This event is part of the Richard Kemp Center's Cultural Empowerment Summit 2026

Are you a BIPOC person that is pursuing first-time homeownership or are looking to buy again...Knowledge is POWER! Join us for a free webinar to learn about the Fair Housing Act, discuss what illegal housing discrimination can look and sound like in the homebuying process, and build the skills to be a competitive and informed homebuyer. This event is centered to educate, support, and uplift the voices of BIPOC identified people and their loved ones who would like to learn more about buying property.

This event is part of the Richard Kemp Center's Cultural Empowerment Summit 2026

Do you have questions about tenants’ rights, responsibilities, and rental resources? Join us in Morrisville and chat with housing service providers!

Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Attorney Big Hartman, Executive Director of the Vermont Human Rights Commission to discuss what happens when housing discrimination cases land in court. We’ll explore the realities of litigating fair housing complaints- how cases develop, what the process looks like, and what outcomes mean for the people involved. Additionally, we’ll examine how enforcement, accountability, and resolution contribute to civil rights in housing. Attendees will gain insight into legal tools that support fair housing protections and the broader impact these cases can have on communities, policy, and case law.

On Thursday, April 16, the South Burlington Public Library will host a community discussion of Brave New Home, Diana Lind’s widely praised examination of how America’s reliance on single‑family housing has shaped our economy, our communities, and our daily lives. Drawing on history, policy, and contemporary examples, Lind outlines the consequences of our current housing system and presents a range of innovative alternatives — including multigenerational housing, ADUs, tiny homes, co‑living, intentional communities, and zoning reform.The book invites readers to rethink long‑held assumptions about what “home” should look like and consider how more flexible, inclusive housing options could strengthen communities like ours. The discussion is co‑hosted by CVOEO and the South Burlington Housing Committee and is free and open to all.

Let’s Build Homes presents a special screening of Fault Lines: Inside America’s Housing Crisis at The Savoy Theater in Montpelier on April 14th!

Cost: $5

Basics of Buying a Home and Shared Equity Informational Meeting–April 14

‍Champlain Housing Trust is offering an opportunity for you to attend the Basics of Buying a Home and Shared Equity Informational meeting. This FREE, in person event will provide information about getting a mortgage and programs that might be available to help you buy a home. We will also illustrate how Shared Equity Homeownership works and why it may be the right choice for you. Join us for this informative conversation and get your questions answered.

Join us for this FREE workshop on Tuesday, April 14 from 5:30-7:30 pm (Taught in-person)

Join the Burlington Lead Program, Burlington Dept. of Permitting and Inspections, Burlington Electric Department, CVOEO Fair Housing Program, Vermont Gas Systems and Champlain Valley Weatherization for an engaging evening at Burlington Beer Co.

Partners will be on hand to provide information to landlords and property managers about regulatory issues and tenant assistance programs and there will be yummy snacks. Additional food and drink available for purchase..

RSVP here

CVOEO’s Fair Housing Project and the South Burlington Housing Committee are hosting a Tenant and Fair Housing Know-Your-Rights live, hybrid workshop at the South Burlington Public Library and via Zoom! This workshop is an introduction to the fundamentals of tenant rights & responsibilities, as well as fair housing protections and it is designed for tenants, landlords, and all community members in-between.

If you would like to attend this event and need accommodations or interpretation services, please reach out to fhp@cvoeo.org by April 6th.

Removing Barriers to Strengthen Communities: Affordable Housing and Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing at the Local Level.

This workshop provides relevant information to municipal officials, realtors, lenders, affordable housing developers, and property managers. This workshop will:

• Provide an introduction to Vermont and federal fair housing laws;

• Discuss the current barriers to fair housing choice in Vermont;

• Examine the legal requirements impacting municipal zoning practices;

• Review tools that enable municipalities to comply with those requirements; and

• Explore planning concepts that encourage the development of affordable housing. 

Join us for a discussion with Grace Vinson from the Community Development Program (VCDP). This conversation will look at how the provisions of the Environmental Justice Act are being incorporated into state decision-making and interagency collaboration.

Let’s Build Homes presents a special screening of Fault Lines: Inside America’s Housing Crisis at Main Street Landing Film House in Burlington on April 8th!

$5 General Admission | Member benefits may apply

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or are looking to buy again...Knowledge is POWER! Join us for a free webinar to learn how to be a competitive and informed homebuyer.

Topics will include:

- Tips and tricks to succeed in homebuying

- How to qualify for a mortgage

- Working with a lender and realtor - Special assistance programs

- Where to get started.

Register today!

The Vermont Human Rights Commission conducts virtual Fair Housing trainings every other month. The training lasts three hours and will cover a range of topics, including:

• Federal and State Fair Housing Laws

• Legally Protected Categories

• Prohibited Activities and Fair Housing Violations

• Reasonable Accommodation & Modification Requests

• Assistance Animals

• VT HRC Complaint Process and Enforcement

Celebrate Fair Housing Month with an evening of storytelling, food, drink, activities, and connections!

Emceed by Ferene Paris of All Heart Inspirations, local storytellers will share first-person stories of hope, community, strength, and struggle while illustrating the realities and challenges of today’s housing landscape in Vermont. The celebratory evening includes hearty snacks and drinks, plenty of time and space for people to connect with each other, and opportunities to discuss housing issues and get creative.

Join the Vermont Human Rights Commission, CVOEO Fair Housing Project, and Migrant Justice for a day full of Fair Housing related discussion and activities. We’ll be sharing fair housing resources and information about illegal housing discrimination, providing testimony in legislative committees, and A Revolutionary Press will be onsite making bookmarks with hand-set type and on a hand-operated letterpress!

Dreaming of owning a home but worried it’s out of reach? Join us for a friendly, informative session that will walk you through the entire home buying process - from finding the right property to closing the deal. We’ll break down the process, discuss local programs that can help, and give you the tools you need to move forward with confidence.

Whether you’re just starting to think about buying or ready to take the next step, we’re here to help you understand your options and answer all your questions.

Join CVOEO and Happy Fantastic Designs to learn about fair housing and do a community art project at this fun drop-in session. Participants will create individual leaves with drawings and words related to home, community, and fair housing which will be assembled into a large piece for the Fair Housing Month exhibit at Burlington City Hall in April. No art experience needed. All skill levels and ages welcome. CVOEO will provide all materials.

Join CVOEO and Happy Fantastic Designs to learn about fair housing and to do a community art project, in conjunction with Crafter's Drop-In. Participants will create individual leaves with drawings and words related to home, community, and fair housing which will be assembled into a large piece for the Fair Housing Month exhibit at Burlington City Hall in April. No art experience needed. All skill levels and ages welcome. CVOEO will provide all materials.

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Are you a landlord or thinking about becoming one? Then this event is for YOU!

Join us for this fun and informational event with appetizers and networking.

Hear from CVOEO, Vermont Landlords Association, and other regional and state organizations and agencies about programs and resources for landlords.

Join Arts So Wonderful for this Know Your Rights event with community partners such as:

• Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO)

• VT Human Rights Commission

• United Way

• Vermont State Police

• Burlington Police Department

• Vermont Foodbank

We’ll see you there!

Join CVOEO and Happy Fantastic Designs at the indoor Burlington Farmers Market to learn about fair housing and to do a community art project. Stop by to make a paper leaf which will be part of a larger community piece that will be part of the Fair Housing Month exhibit at Burlington City Hall in April.

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or are looking to buy again...Knowledge is POWER! Join us for a free webinar to learn how to be a competitive and informed homebuyer.

Topics will include:

- Tips and tricks to succeed in homebuying

- How to qualify for a mortgage

- Working with a lender and realtor - Special assistance programs

- Where to get started.

Register today!