Driving Solutions for Equity: 1DROP at the Washington Pro-Housing Forum
This past Tuesday, December 10th, Dominique Remy, Co-Founder of 1DROP, joined the “Housing Supply Solutions Panel” at the Washington Pro-Housing Forum by Up For Growth to address critical housing challenges in the Seattle region. The event brought together policymakers, advocates, and industry leaders to discuss actionable strategies for increasing housing production, preserving affordability, and closing the racial homeownership gap.
Speaking on a panel focused on housing supply solutions, Dominique highlighted 1DROP’s mission to foster equity by empowering developers of color and building sustainable communities. “Representation in the built environment is critical to building equity and generational wealth,”
The forum’s agenda tackled three key areas:
1) Removing zoning barriers to boost housing production.
2) Resolving operational challenges in affordable housing.
3) Expanding access to homeownership for historically excluded communities.
These discussions underscored the importance of fostering collaboration across all levels of government and industry to effectively reverse housing underproduction trends. This coordinated approach is essential for addressing challenges and ensuring long-term affordability for communities.
Lt. Gov. Denny Heck interviewed by Mike Kingsella, CEO of Up For Growth.
Events like the Washington Pro-Housing Forum provide a platform for 1DROP to amplify its efforts in addressing inequities in housing and development.
“Systemic challenges require systemic solutions, and only through partnerships across the public, private, and non-profit sector can we drive meaningful change ”
The forum concluded with a call to action, urging participants to engage in advocacy and collaborative initiatives. 1DROP remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive housing ecosystem where equity and opportunity thrive.
About 1DROP
Updated 02/01/2026
1DROP is a collective of underrepresented real estate developers addressing the Puget Sound housing crisis. We are committed to empowering underrepresented developers to build housing for all wages, all stages, and all ages while growing access to generational wealth.
1DROP achieves its mission by internally providing:
Apprenticeships for aspiring underrepresented developers.
Co-development frameworks for emerging underrepresented developers to navigate partnership models.
Mentorship, networking, resources and supports for all underrepresented developers.
and externally:
Advocating for funding for underrepresented developers and their projects.
Educating on and advancing policy solutions that enable more housing.
For those inspired to learn more or get involved in supporting equitable housing, visit 1DROP's website to explore our initiatives and join us in making an impact.
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