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The mission of the Washtenaw Housing Alliance is to end homelessness in our community.The root causes of homelessness include:poverty, including the loss of resources caused by substance abuse, physical illness and mental illness,violence, including domestic and sexual violence usually directed against women and children,racism and other institutionalized prejudices, and class privilege and discriminatory patterns of economic and social investment.Any strategies to end, or even to minimize homelessness, must be designed with these root causes in mind.In order to end homelessness, it is imperative that all members of the community, individuals, institutions, and government participate in the effort. The Washtenaw Housing Alliance models this community partnership by consisting of a wide range of organizations dedicated to helping people who are homeless and those who are in danger of losing their housing. We will work to fulfill our mission through collaboration and partnerships that address root causes of homelessness, and by making needed systemic changes that will sustain over time. Every person who is homeless or at risk of homelessness will be provided with alternatives for shelter, housing and services, including those who are vulnerable and difficult to serve.Helping persons who are homeless must include: Provision of basic necessities, including food, clothing and medical care Development and maintenance of accessible and responsive options for emergency shelter, transitional housing and permanent housing Promotion of individual autonomy through development of education and employment opportunities, debt reduction and credit assistance, literacy programs, transportation and childcare Support services to keep individuals and families in housing

TO SUPPORT AT-RISK YOUNG WOMEN TO ACHIEVE INDEPENDENCE TWO GENERATIONS AT A TIME. HOMESPACE STRIVES TO BE THE PREMIER AGENCY IN WESTERN NEW YORK THAT PROVIDES SERVICES FOR AT-RISK WOMEN AND EMPOWERS THEM TO BE INDEPENDENT MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY.

Hope House provides housing and support services for single unaccompanied women or women with children (boys up to age 8 only) experiencing “situational” homelessness. With up to 12 beds in a pleasant congregate living environment, Hope House encourages transformative life choices and helps women from various backgrounds, age groups, and from all walks of life.

To meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of homeless men, women and children.

A Work In Progress Sober Living Home for Women provides affordable housing and support recovering from alcoholism and drug addiction. We also provide housing for women with mental health issues that prevent them from living independently.

Providing shelter and supportive services for victims of domestic violence and homeless women and their children

Center for the Pacific Asian Family (CPAF)'s mission is to build healthy and safe communities by addressing the root causes and consequences of family violence and violence against women. CPAF is committed to meeting the specific cultural and language needs of Asian Pacific Islander (API) women and their families.

The mission of the Lincoln Park Community Shelter is to bring the community together to empower homeless men and women to make life changes.

San Francisco SafeHouse is a nurturing and empowering living community for homeless women escaping sexual exploitation, prostitution, and sex trafficking.

GIFT OF MARY IS A NONPROFIT CORPORATION WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO AT-RISK AND HOMELESS WOMEN IN ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA.

Unity Harbour champions the rights and support of individuals facing adversity due to oppressive laws focusing on anti-LGBTQIA legislation abortion regulations and homelessness. We strive to foster hope empowerment and action through community engagement and support.

The aim of the Catholic Worker movement is to live in accordance with the justice and charity of Jesus Christ. Our sources are the Hebrew and Greek Scriptures as handed down in the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, with our inspiration coming from the lives of the saints, "men and women outstanding in holiness, living witnesses to Your unchanging love." (Preface to the Eucharistic Prayer for holy men and women)