A Home for Eli: Making Space for Everyone introduces children to the importance of fairhousing and accessibility through the journey of three friends—Desmond, Ana, and Eli.When Eli’s family is turned away from a home because of his wheelchair, the children knowsomething isn’t right. Guided once again by Maya, the magical bird who teaches lessons offairness, they learn about the rights of people with disabilities and how reasonablemodifications—like ramps, grab bars, and wider doorways—help ensure that every familycan live safely and comfortably.This story is inspired by real issues that families with disabilities face when searching forhousing. Through colorful illustrations and relatable characters, the book helps youngreaders understand the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and the protections offeredby the Fair Housing Act. With compassion and courage, A Home for Eli brings the messageof equal housing opportunity to life.While A Home for Eli is a fictional story created to teach children about disability rights andfair housing, housing discrimination is a real issue that affects individuals and familiesacross the country. If you believe you or someone you know has experienced housingdiscrimination, please contact the Fair Housing Council of Metropolitan Memphis forassistance. Written By: Brittany Hart