The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies advances understanding of housing issues and informs policy. Through its research, education, and public outreach programs, the Center helps leaders in government, business, and the civic sectors make decisions that effectively address the needs of cities and communities. Through graduate and executive courses, as well as fellowships and internship opportunities, the Center also trains and inspires the next generation of housing leaders.
Contact details
- Website:
- https://www.jchs.harvard.edu/
- Address:
- 1 Bow Street, Suite 400, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
- Country:
- United States
- Sub-region:
- Northern America
Areas of focus
Topics of research
Operating languages
English
Organisation details
Business model
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Institutional affiliations
No affiliation
Year founded
1959
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Leadership
Leader(s) (2025): CHRIS HERBERT
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2024): CHRIS HERBERT
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2023): Nicolas P. and Joan B. Retsinas
Leader gender: Male
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2024): CHRIS HERBERT
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2023): Nicolas P. and Joan B. Retsinas
Leader gender: Male
Staff size
2025
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% Female staff
2025
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% Female researchers
2025
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Organisational performance
Publications
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Social
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Data notes
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updated: 08/03/2025
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