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Episode 106 | Part Two: Ailrick D. Young, Sr., Executive Director, City of Laurel Housing Authority
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In this continuation of Katie's conversation with Ailrick Young, Executive Director of the Laurel Housing Authority, they delve deeper into the future of affordable housing in Laurel, Mississippi. Ailrick shares details about an ambitious 30-acre development project, highlighting the importance of community involvement and strategic planning. He discusses his experience testifying before the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and emphasizes the significance of national advocacy in affordable housing. Ailrick also reflects on his personal connection to public housing through his grandmother's experience and how it shapes his approach to his work. The conversation touches on the challenges and rewards of helping residents achieve homeownership and the impact of providing opportunities. Finally, Ailrick shares insights from his military service, including receiving the Bronze Star Medal, and how those experiences inform his leadership in the housing authority. This episode offers a compelling look at the intersection of personal experience, public service, and community development in the affordable housing sector.
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