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Virtual Classroom: Unlock, Unite & Assist: Closing the Gap on Racial Disparity (DE & I Certification Program)

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Ohio REALTORS® supports Diversity and Inclusion, as well as a continued commitment to Fair Housing as part of its core values.  Take your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level by achieving your DE & I Certification.

Participants who complete this certification will gain a better understanding of how to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment and promote equity for all. You'll open up new windows of opportunity as you gain knowledge in serving diverse populations.

Unlock, Unite & Assist: Closing the Gap on Racial Disparity
The racial homeownership and wealth gaps are higher today than when the Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968. In this session, we'll explore the history of housing in the US and its modern-day impacts, followed by a solutions-focused conversation to help industry professionals best serve the communities they serve.

DE & I Certification Overview

• 10 virtual (live online) classes offered, one per month January-October.
• Each class provides 1 hour of Real Estate Continuing Education (CE).
• Certification requires completion of 6 out of 10 classes.
• NAR’s Fairhaven & Bias Override Courses each qualify as one of the 6 courses required for this certification.

DE & I Certification Application & Renewal
Once you have completed the required 6 classes to obtain your DE & I Certification, please submit an application to receive your certification. The certification will be valid for 2 years, due for renewal in the 3rd year following initial certification. To obtain a 2-year renewal, you will need to attend 2 qualifying DE & I classes that you haven’t participated in previously.

• This livestream webinar is certified for 1 hour of real estate credit.
• Attendees will need to access the program with a device (phone, laptop, PC) that has a camera, speaker, microphone, and reliable, high-speed internet access. Video, audio, and internet access are all necessary to successfully attend class. Please make sure to test everything ahead of time at https://zoom.us/test
• Attendees must turn on their video camera and stay within view during the program to receive CE, as active participation will be monitored. Per ODRE requirements, you must be present for at least 90% of the program to receive credit.

Presenter: Laurie Benner
As Associate Vice President of Housing and Community Development for the National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA), Laurie Benner is responsible for developing and managing national programs and partnerships designed to provide equitable access to fair and affordable housing opportunities. Laurie has decades of experience working in the housing and nonprofit space including recent work with the Maryland REALTORS® association and managing housing redevelopment in Baltimore City. She holds an MBA and lives in Maryland where she is active on many nonprofit boards.

Contact: Deanna Wright, Professional Development Coordinator -

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