About the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan
Founded under the guiding principles of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan works to ensure housing equity across our region. Our work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves a place to call home without fear of discrimination or exclusion.
The Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan is committed to eliminating all forms of housing discrimination in Southwest Michigan through fair housing education, enforcement and advocacy.
We proudly serve Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, and Van Buren counties.
* FHCSWM serves the lower portion of Allegan.
Executive Director
Beth Romeo joined the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan in October 2025 as Executive Director. In this role, she leads the organization’s strategic direction, program development, and community partnerships, ensuring FHCSWM continues to advance fair housing rights and equity across the region. Beth oversees all aspects of the Center’s operations, including program planning and implementation, resource development, fiscal management, outreach initiatives, and fair housing enforcement. She brings more than 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience in housing, community development, and mission-driven programs.
Board of Directors
Lisa Evans, Community Action of Allegan County
Martin Wager, Wagar & Associates
Marcia Miller, Marcia Miller Realty
Paula Novess, Greater Kalamazoo Association of Realtors
Valerie Lauer, Battle Creek Public Schools
Bita Edraki Mavaddat, Consultant
Contact Us
Our office is open by appointment, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (269) 276-9100
Toll Free: (866) 637-0733
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Email: info@fhcswm.org
Address: 405 W Michigan Ave. #6, Kalamazoo, MI 49007