Haydar Kurban

Haydar Kurban is a Professor of Economics and Director of both the Center on Race and Wealth (CRW) and the Center of Excellence in Housing and Urban Research and Policy (CHURP) at Howard University. He joined in 2021 and focuses on equitable urban policy, wealth disparities, and vulnerable populations. His work addresses housing inequities, climate vulnerability, and systemic barriers to Black economic mobility.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, University of Illinois at Chicago (1999)
• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, Middle East Technical University (1987)

Research Interests:

• Urban policy and housing equity
• Racial wealth gaps and systemic barriers
• Climate vulnerability and homelessness
• Educational access and HBCU impact

Grants & Partnerships:

• Funded by NSF, HHS, HUD, RWJF, NOAA, SSA, and DHS
• Technical advisor for DC’s Universal Paid Leave Amendment Act

Labs/Teams:

• Directs CRW and CHURP, focusing on racial wealth disparities and urban renewal
• Leads interdisciplinary teams addressing housing, education, and environmental justice