Angely Mercado

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Angely Mercado is a New York City-based independent journalist, researcher, and fact-checker. Her work explores the intersection of environmental justice, racial justice, sustainability, fintech, and culture.

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Equity

Common Homelessness Assessment Leads to Racial Disparities in Housing Placements

March 7, 2024 | Angely Mercado

Intake questions about past evictions and mental health stopped families of color from accessing long-term housing support, but agencies in Arizona and elsewhere are asking new questions.