Deb Haaland made history in 2021 when she became the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary. At the same time, a new generation of Native women have been working behind the scenes to lead economic development and affordable housing efforts in Tribal communities across the country. Tonya Plummer, Enterprise’s director for Native and Tribal housing, says none of this is new.

The federal government must support funding to end the shortage of Native housing, Tonya Plummer, Enterprise’s director for Native American housing programs, testified at a Congressional oversight hearing.

Enterprise announced that former cabinet official and national housing leader Shaun Donovan will serve as its next chief executive officer and president, effective September 1.

In Native communities across the country, owning a home can provide a vital foundation to improve economic and social outcomes while protecting and preserving traditional values and culture. Homeownership enables Native American cultures to thrive within a supportive environment, as it strengthens the future for Native youth, elders, and adults by building resiliency - a cornerstone of every Tribal Nation. 

Tonya Plummer, Director of Native American Housing Programs at Enterprise, asked senators to do more to support rural and tribal housing programs.

Key takeaways from new research showing how recent regulatory reforms can help boost production of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) across the country.

Enterprise Rural Communities Senior Director Robin Wolff testified on April 16 before a U.S. Senate subcommittee on the Challenges in Preserving the U.S. Housing Stock.