NAHRO is
More than 26,000 agency and organizational members, benefit recipients, individual members, and corporate members.
NAHRO members own or administer
- Nearly 900,000 units of public housing (a vast majority of the nation’s inventory)
- More than 1,600,000 units of tenant-based Section 8 housing
- Nearly 400,000 units of other assisted housing
Vision Statement
Thriving communities with affordable homes for all.
Mission Statement
To advance the creation of strong, sustainable and affordable communities through advocacy, professional development, and empowerment of our diverse members.
Core Values
2023-2028 Strategic Plan
Statement of Shared Commitment
Adopted September 2025
NAHRO is committed to the values that strengthen our organization and uplift the communities we serve.
NAHRO respects race, religion, skin color, nationality, personal identity, age, lived experience, and abilities that shape each of us.
NAHRO recognizes and appreciates that the broad range of experiences, viewpoints, and contexts of members fuels greater creativity and collaboration.
NAHRO welcomes and values every voice. We empower, support, and respect each person’s unique contributions and strengths.
Equity Framework
In February 2021, the NAHRO Board of Governors approved a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy Framework. NAHRO’s committees are now carrying out more exploratory and actionable work on the policy areas listed within the framework.