Disability and Fair Housing Training

The Office of Human Rights July Lens series "Disability and Fair Housing" will be presented by Kristin Watson, JD, the City's Human Rights Investigator, from noon to 1 p.m., on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

About the program
Fair housing remains a critical issue nationwide, particularly for people with disabilities who often face barriers to finding suitable housing that meets their needs. Discriminatory practices can include inaccessible buildings, unreasonable rental policies, or a lack of reasonable accommodations, all of which can significantly affect the ability to secure safe, affordable housing.

About the presenter
Kristin Watson is the Investigator with the Office of Human Rights. Her work includes investigating complaints of unlawful discrimination and educating the community about civil rights protections.
Watson has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and History from the University of Wisconsin and a Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School.

Watson is a nomad, having lived in six U.S. states and one foreign country (Denmark); studied at University of Queensland School of Law in Brisbane, Australia; and visited 39 US states and 20 countries.

How to register
Register by visiting the event webpage, calling 319-356-5022, or emailing [email protected] to reserve a spot. The event will be held in Emma J. Harvat Hall at City Hall. Registration is limited to the first 35 sign-ups. Lunch will be provided for registered attendees. The program will be recorded for future viewing.

Accommodation
If you will need disability-related accommodation in order to participate in this event, please call 319-356-5022 or email [email protected]. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.