News from the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness

People with Lived Experience are Experts

People with Lived Experience are Experts in Ending Homelessness Actively engaging people with lived experience helps to create a more responsive and effective system for preventing and ending homelessness.  Sheila White, an advocacy fellow for the D.C.-based non-profit Miriam's Kitchen, explains the value her real-world perspective offers.   "Showing Up" in Our Spheres of Influence To Address Racial Inequities   Addressing inequity starts within the offices of the very organizations working to create more equitable ways to prevent and end homelessness for everyone.  USICH Director of Finance and Administration Darren Franklin shares a personal reflection on his role in ensuring our agency aligns with this mission. Yesterday's Webinar on Recently Released HUD NOFA is Now Available      Gathering information to help you respond to the FY 2018 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Notice of Funding Availability? Check out our recently recorded webinar to learn more about the NOFA's priorities and the application process.  These considerations and resources can also be used in your efforts to address racial disparities within your actions and application.   Two New Reports Provide Recommendations for Improving Access to Employment   Heartland Alliance published Pathways Forward: Recommendations for Federal Action to Increase Economic Mobility for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness or Housing Instability. The Baltimore City Continuum of Care recently released Journey to Jobs: Understanding and Eliminating Barriers Imposed on Homeless Jobseekers.   Coming VERY Soon: The revised and strengthened Federal Strategic Plan to  Prevent and End Homelessness!   Make sure you are one of the first to see the Plan by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter!

U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, 301 7th Street, SW, Room 2080, Washington, DC 20407