Become a Tester
Testers are needed to help investigate Civil Rights violations in Ingham, Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe and Washtenaw Counties. This is not a part time job, but rather on a “as needed” basis.
The FAIR HOUSING CENTER of Southeastern Michigan is seeking women and men to assist in the investigation of housing discrimination complaints (“testing”). “Testers” pose as home seekers in a variety of housing rental situations. Testers will be paid a per-test stipend or may choose to volunteer. Hours are flexible and attention to detail is a must. Access to personal transportation is helpful, but not required.
The FHC currently needs African, African American, Asian, Caucasian, and Latino/a women and men of all ages.
The Fair Housing Center of Southeastern Michigan is private, non-profit agency that provides investigative services (testing), advice, advocacy, conciliation, attorney referral, and community education. State and federal law prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, family status, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, source of income, and student/non-student status.
If you would like more information on becoming a tester, or if you think you have been the victim of illegal housing discrimination, please call the Fair Housing Center using our toll free number: 1-877-979-FAIR.
Download a Testers Needed Flier to post around your school, office, neighborhood, etc. Together, we can end housing discrimination!
I would like to be a tester. I am a 53 year-old man with an SSD disability.
Many doors are closed to the disabled, and housing is one of the most egregious offender areas.
Interested persons should call 734-994-3426. Thank you.