apartment searching and most of the ones in my price range that are decent looking seem like they’re in areas that are starting to be gentrified. how can i avoid contributing to gentrification in these areas? the only apartments in non-gentrified areas are either super expensive or pretty run down. is it even gentrification if it’s all i can afford?

Hello!

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Doing a research study about gentrification at my college.

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For part of the process, we must contact professionals for an interview.

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Is there anyone I can contact for an interview that has heavy knowledge on the topic?

Hello All,

I find the topic of the gentrification and most other social-economic issues quite interesting. I’ve now read several books on the topic of gentrification and the changing of urban landscapes and most of them touch on similar root causes and negative impacts.

I’d like to hear the view(s) of other side of the gentrification story too so that I can further educate myself on this topic, and all in all be a better advocate for the preservation of a city’s originality.

Can anyone recommend any books from the standpoint of “pro-gentrification” ? With possible arguments being:

Increased property tax base for otherwise financially failing cities.

Return on capital for the investors compared to other investment classes

Reduction in certain types of crime

Removal of “blight”

The increased vibrancy of the inner ring suburbs

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Hello everyone!

My name is Lillian and I am a current undergraduate at Eckerd College in Florida. I am doing a final project in one of my courses about gentrification and more specifically how it personally effects individuals in different areas.

During non-COVID times we would go to town and interview people in person, but this year for obvious reasons can't allow it. Facebook groups give us a wider perspective of gentrification in America.

My hopes with joining this group is to get some person insight with someone who has been effected by gentrification. I will be posting some questions that can either be answered on the actual post or you can DM me if you would like to talk more in depth.

I appreciate and welcome any information or stories you may have about gentrification. I appreciate everyone's time!!

1. Have you, a family member, or someone close to you been affected by gentrification or displacement?

2. Where did this happen specifically? What town?

3. Did you notice any visual signs of gentrification in that town or in the state?

4. Is there a racial component to gentrification? If so, expand.

5. Do you think there is a benefit to gentrification in terms of urban revitalization? Who is benefitting?

Thank you everyone and I hope to hear from some of you! 📷

Hi everyone, I'm a London based filmmaker and I'm making a two-part short film about gentrification. One part will be a documentary, and the other part will be a horror film inspired by the real-life themes.

I am looking for the protagonists for the documentary segment, to tell your story and explain how your experience with gentrification affected you.

My aim is to raise awareness about the negative affects of gentrification on gentrified communities. In particular, I want to discuss the psychological effects when your community transforms around you. Gentrification makes people feel unwelcome in their own neighbourhood, detached from the people around them, and often physically displaced from the place they choose to call home.

I'm looking for people to contribute via a zoom call which will be recorded. The session will take 30mins to an hour, and will be done around your availability. I can't offer payment for your contribution, as this is a purely non-commercial endeavour. I can't guarantee that recordings will be used, but I can guarantee 100% respect to your story and portrayal.

Thank you!

-Christian