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Kimberly Driggins

@driggs16dc.bsky.social
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Urban planning & development in DC & Detroit; Loeb Fellow 2016; expertise in social infrastructure, placemaking & affordable hsg; love of DJing, arts & culture, international travel, soccer; Jersey girl

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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
WHC welcomes our newest staff member, Denise Robinson! She joins WHC as our inaugural Chief Operating Officer (COO). Denise has over 15 years of experience in real estate, finance, & organizational management. We're excited to have Denise’s talent & expertise to advance our organization’s mission!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
A recent @shelterforce.bsky.social article on the #housingaffordability crisis in Charlotte, NC cited private #impactinvesting from Ascent Housing & nonprofit preservation models like WHC’s as possible solutions to help solve affordable housing crisis: shelterforce.org/2026/08/25/c... #washousing
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
It’s hard to believe it’s already August & summer seems to be flying by. WHC is highlighting our top summer reads that dig deeper into the issues that our work seeks to address – housing affordability, economic mobility and rent burden: www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/2026-summer-...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
As DC area families head back to school WHC is excited to provide backpacks & other essentials to our communities' families. Our annual giveaway is made possible through a generous #Amazon donation. Learn more about our back-to-school activities: www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/back-to-scho...
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WHC Celebrates Back to School - Washington Housing Conservancy
Aug 26, 2026 | Blog
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Excited to have Denise join our @washhousing.bsky.social! Welcome and let’s go!! 😀
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Metro @wmata.com · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day from Metro! 🚇🚍🚐 Today, we celebrate the more than 13,000 employees who help keep our region moving every day. Your dedication connects our community. We're also grateful for our customers. Thank you for riding with us and allowing us to serve you!
Collage showing photos of Metro Bus, Metro Rail, and Metro Access
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The labor movement gave us weekends, 8 hour work days, and ensured that our kids can go to school rather than work. Honored to fight for unions every day. Happy Labor Day to all those who have fought for a fairer economy in the richest country in the world.
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social spoke at the Housing Supply Accelerator Summit by the National League of Cities & American Planning Association. Kimberly explored local and national #affordablehousing strategies w/ KellyAnn Kirkpatrick from Amazon Housing Fund & @trueground.bsky.social's Carmen Romero.
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Enjoyed the @axios.com event on housing affordability today with US Representatives @ritchietorres.bsky.social and Mike Flood. sponsored by Zillow @cuneytdil.bsky.social @neilirwin.bsky.social
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Axios Live: Bipartisan momentum builds to tackle the national housing shortage www.axios.com/2026/05/26/a...
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Axios Live: Bipartisan momentum builds to tackle the national housing shortage
Capitol Hill lawmakers are working across the aisle to cut through red tape and build more homes, though a compromise over rules on certain rentals is a sticking point.
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Axios Live: Bipartisan momentum builds to tackle the national housing shortage www.axios.com/2026/05/26/a...
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Axios Live: Bipartisan momentum builds to tackle the national housing shortage
Capitol Hill lawmakers are working across the aisle to cut through red tape and build more homes, though a compromise over rules on certain rentals is a sticking point.
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Enjoyed the @axios.com event on housing affordability today with US Representatives @ritchietorres.bsky.social and Mike Flood. sponsored by Zillow @cuneytdil.bsky.social @neilirwin.bsky.social
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Tomorrow @driggs16dc.bsky.social will join @axios.com to discuss the future of housing, from affordability to accessibility. They will discuss preservation, equitable access to housing opportunities, & address affordability challenges facing communities across the DMV. Watch here: bit.ly/WHCAxios
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Last week, Loree Grand residents received mini Bundt cakes to celebrate Mother's Day. They were also invited to share ideas on how to improve the communal rooftop space. Pop-ups across the community allow staff to engage with residents community spaces and get to know their neighbors.
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Residents at WHC properties marked #MothersDay! Crystal House families gathered to share food & make DIY bouquets. Hamilton Manor residents led a Mother’s Day Self Care Celebration with support from WHC staff. 2 events with fun & food, creating community connection & bringing residents together!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Our recent blog digs deeper into our model of Inclusive Property Management, our recent Impact Partnership Summit, & our new recognition awards to highlight property management staff who are going above & beyond on social impact. Read more here: www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/inclusive-pr...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Spring has brought warmer temperatures, showers, flowers, and events across WHC communities. This month at Crystal House, there were two community-wide events – a celebration of World Art Day and the Spring Festival. Thanks to everyone who made these celebrations happen and joined for the fun!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
WHC kicked off the Social Impact Recognition Awards, created to recognize #propertymanagement partners who stand out as pillars of Leadership, Impact in Action, Resident Engagement & Inclusion, & Collaboration & Partnership. We’ll share more about each awardee & their impact over the next 5 weeks!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Some of our youngest residents came out for an #Easter Egg Hunt at Hamilton Manor. Residents made bunny masks & decorated Easter eggs. It was so special to see our #community come together, kids laughing, neighbors connecting, & plenty of colorful eggs discovered along the way! #washhousing
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
One of WHC's recent Catalyst winners, Lexus Crayton consistently enhances the resident experience at Huntwood Courts through initiative & strong community engagement. She brings great ideas & has built strong relationships with residents. Lexus is a pillar for the Huntwood community! #socialimpact
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Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies @harvard-jchs.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Lower lifetime earnings, a greater likelihood of renting, and higher rates of disability are combining to put intense financial pressure on older women, and especially on older Black women, writes @samarascheckler.bsky.social in a new blog. www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/living-...
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Living Longer with Less: The Financial Burdens on Older Women
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Washington Spirit @washingtonspirit.com · 31/03/2026
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility! 🫶🏳️‍⚧️ Our beautiful game is for everyone. We are proud to stand with the trans community and will continue to ensure you are seen, heard, and celebrated!
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Metro @wmata.com · 27/03/2026
Celebrating 50 years … ✨ More than 15 billion trips … ✨ And even more memories! Thank you to all who made our anniversary ride unforgettable. What Metro means to you means the world to us! You keep us moving!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Today @driggs16dc.bsky.social is at the 2026 ULI Housing Opportunity Conference in Baltimore. This conference brings together over 500 professionals to discuss some of the most pressing housing policy challenges facing the US now & possible opportunities for change. housingconference.uli.org
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Some interesting trends! Six Takeaways from America’s Rental Housing 2026 www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/six-tak...
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Six Takeaways from America’s Rental Housing 2026
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social & Dir. of Asset Management Yvette Ross Kane shared insights on DC #affordablehousing w/ Federal City Council's Emerging Leaders Program, hosted at Loree Grand. We value these partnerships to connect future leaders w/ solutions to the most urgent challenges in our region.
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
This Friday WHC's CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will join leaders from across housing, policy, finance, and community development at the Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium, hosted by Prince George’s County DHCD on March 6. Sign up for the waitlist here: www.eventbrite.com/e/maryland-c...
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Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium
Housing affordability is a critical challenge in the Maryland Capital Region, impacting families, workers, local economies, and growth.
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Recent @housingmatters.bsky.social & @urbaninstitute.bsky.social experts wrote on affordability, homelessness, climate change & housing finance, what they see as the biggest housing challenges this year—plus what they view as the most promising housing actions to address these issues: bit.ly/46Bn9AP
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
And listen to the recent @planetmoney.bsky.social episode on Raj Chetty's work here: www.npr.org/2026/01/28/n...
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This housing program helped kids escape poverty — by changing who they befriended : Planet Money
In the 1990s, Congress created HOPE VI, a program that demolished old public housing projects and replaced them with more up-to-date ones. But the program went further than just improving public housi...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
The close of the year is a time that invites us all to pause & reflect. We are reminded of what truly matters: home, stability, & community. Learn more about the vital work WHC accomplished this year & consider making a donation to our work! www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/whc-2025-yea...
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WHC 2025 Year In Review - Washington Housing Conservancy
Dec 17, 2025 | Blog
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
In December @wamu.org.web.brid.gy reran their series “In Good Company,” examining the loneliness epidemic & how it could be solved. Access to public space impacts our ability to connect w/ others. This series' themes are central to our work and approach at WHC: wamu.org/story/25/12/... @wamu.org
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In Good Company: Beating loneliness, building better public spaces (Rebroadcast)
How can reimagining public spaces and neighborhood connect and inspire communities?
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
LEO Impact Capital recently hosted a reception to celebrate the 5th year of the Washington Housing Initiative Impact Pool. WHC is a day one partner, LEOIC has been critical to all of our property acquisitions. Congrats for all your hard work & leadership, WHC looks forward to continued partnership!
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
This month's blog is on the 5th anniv. of WHC's 1st property, Crystal House. It's a new housing approach, focused on preservation, workforce housing, mixed income communities & collaboration between corporate philanthropy, government, nonprofits, & traditional real estate investors: bit.ly/CH5yrs
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
The number of cost-burdened households in the US rose to record highs in 2024. 43.5M households spent over 30% of their income on housing, nearly half of all renters are cost-burdened. Read the latest from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social for more: www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/housing... #affordablehousing
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
more on @np3-communities.bsky.social here: case.edu/socialwork/n...
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NP3: Nurturing People. Power. Place. | Case Western Reserve University
The National Initiative on Mixed-Income Communities is reducing urban poverty and promoting successful mixed-income communities by conducting high-quality research and making information and evidence ...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Mark Joseph, Ph.D. has worked with WHC as a trusted adviser & now Board member. Read this month's blog featuring Mark’s work & the evolution of his organization NP3: Nurturing People. Power. Place. (formerly NIMC). His scholarship has had a profound impact on WHC's social impact work. bit.ly/WHC-NP3
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Board Member Spotlight: Mark Joseph Advancing Urban Equity & Inclusion - Washington Housing Conservancy
Feb 19, 2026 | Blog
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Next month WHC's CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will join leaders from across housing, policy, finance, and community development at the Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium, hosted by Prince George’s County DHCD on March 6: www.eventbrite.com/e/maryland-c... #AffordableHousing #MDHousing #PGDHCD
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Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium
Housing affordability is a critical challenge in the Maryland Capital Region, impacting families, workers, local economies, and growth.
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Housing Unaffordability Soared to New Highs in 2024 www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/housing...
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Housing Unaffordability Soared to New Highs in 2024
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Season greetings from @washhousing.bsky.social! Wishing you wonderful holiday season.
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Back in my happy place! #islandvibes #goodlife
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will speak at the Bisnow Multifamily Annual Conference (BMAC) East 2025 on December 2. Join her for the latest insights on housing affordability, policy & development. Use code JOINME for a discount! Register here: app.ingo.me/q/ej9oq #washhousing #affordablehousing
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Washington Spirit @washingtonspirit.com · 08/11/2025
WE ARE GOING TO THE SEMIS 😮‍💨
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
YES! @washingtonspirit.com win in PK’s. Let’s go!! 👊🏾👏🏾🙌🏾
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Kimberly Driggins @driggs16dc.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Let’s go @washingtonspirit.com! We got this
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Tressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
This week:
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social was featured on “Beyond the Resume: Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing” a panel on the challenges & opportunities shaping DC's #affordablehousing, hosted by Jackson Lucas & Robinson+Cole. Watch their full discussion on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw26...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Spending over 30% of household income on housing qualifies as rent burdened. But according to the latest research from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social the “30% metric” underestimates how many renters are actually burdened by housing costs once you include food, healthcare, childcare, transport, & more:
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
Join @driggs16dc.bsky.social, CEO of the Washington Housing Conservancy, on Tuesday, September 30, for a webinar hosted by Jackson Lucas discussing affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and equitable development. RSVP here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Looking forward to CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social participating in the upcoming webinar "Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing" on 9/30 for the next Jackson Lucas Webinar series, in partnership w/ Robinson+Cole: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... @trueground.bsky.social #affordablehousing
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Washington Housing Conservancy @washhousing.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Washington Business Journal featured an op-ed by @driggs16dc.bsky.social outlining beneficial housing policy reforms and expressed support for the Mayor’s RENTAL ACT legislation currently before DC Council. Read here to learn more about proposed TOPA and RENTAL Act reforms:
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Viewpoint: D.C. housing rules are holding nonprofit housing providers back - Washington Business Journal
Without reforming TOPA and eviction policy, D.C. will continue to lose ground when it comes to housing production, a local nonprofit CEO says.
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