Jermaine Durham
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Extension and Outreach, Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics
Assistant Professor of Housing and Community Development
Jermaine Durham is an Assistant Professor of Housing & Community Development and the Director of the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing
233 Hoke Smith Annex
300 Carlton St.
Athens, GA 30602
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy | Planning, Design, and the Built Environment | Clemson University | 2019 |
| Master of Science | Urban Studies and Planning | Savannah State University | 2012 |
| Bachelor of Arts | Philosophy | Georgia Southern University | 2008 |
Research
My research concentrates on analyzing socioeconomic inequality in American society, with a particular emphasis on housing policy and the built environment as analytical lenses. Housing, as a component of the built environment, serves as a medium that reflects, perpetuates, and reinforces systemic inequalities based on class, race, gender, and space in the United States. I aim to investigate the role of the built environment, specifically housing, as a mechanism in perpetuating socioeconomic disparities. Furthermore, I explore avenues through which community organizing and development can empower disadvantaged communities to improve local housing and neighborhood conditions.
As the Director of the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing and Associate Director of the Center for Housing and Community Research, I integrate academic expertise with public service and outreach. My scholarship includes practical guides and journal articles addressing critical community issues. Through extensive outreach and engagement, my goal is to support local leaders and stakeholders as they work to advance their communities towards improved living conditions, enhanced quality of life, and heightened economic vitality.
Teaching
Affordable Housing Management, FHCE 5310/7310
Housing & Community Development, FHCE 4340/6340
Graduate Teaching Seminar, GRSC 7770e
Outreach
Director of the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing.
Housing & Community Extension Specialist
Publications
Journal Articles
Skobba, K., Durham, J.& Diaz-Valenzuela, J.F. (forthcoming). Achieving equitable access to housing through a community-based approach. Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences.
Shannon, J., Skobba, K., and Durham, J. (2023). Landlords and housing quality in rural Georgia: Assessing the relationship. Housing Policy Debate.
Shannon, J.; Skobba, K.; Durham, J.; Polak, C. (2020) “Really Knowing” the Community Citizen Science, VGI and Community Housing Assessment” Journal of Planning Education & Research
Durham, J.; Tucker, C. (2020) “The CARES Act: What Renters in Georgia Need to Know”. University of Georgia Extension
Durham, J.; Tucker, C. (2020) “The Eviction Resource Guide”. University of Georgia Extension
Profesional Reports
Skobba, K., Dorfman, J., Durham, J., Kane, S., Shannon, J., & Watkins, M. (2022). Economic Impact of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits in Georgia. Prepared for the Georgia Affordable Housing Coalition
Durham, J. (2022) Georgia Initiative for Community Housing 2022 Annual Report
Durham, J., & Wolf, M. (2022). Georgia Initiative for Community Housing 2021 Annual Report
Durham, J., & Jones, S. (2021). Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Heirs' Property Prevention & Resolution Funder's Forum Briefing Book
Durham, J., & Wolf, M. (2021). Georgia Initiative for Community Housing 2020 Annual Report:
White, M., Walreven, T., Skobba, K., Shannon, G., Durham, J. (2019). Housing Assessment Guide. UGA Housing and Demographic Research Center.