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The Opening Doors Initiative and our partners develops and shares tools to support the clients and staff of the emergency homelessness response system.

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The HUD Exchange page on "Centering Lived Experience" focuses on the importance of including individuals who have experienced homelessness in the planning and decision-making processes of Continuum of Care (CoC) programs. It promotes meaningful engagement by ensuring that their voices are heard, respected, and influence real change. The page highlights practices such as compensation, leadership development, and creating inclusive spaces to prevent tokenism and strengthen system effectiveness.

Initiative Opening Doors
Topic Collective Impact; Community Organizing
Audience Community Organizations
Region USA

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Initiative Opening Doors
Topic Collective Impact
Audience Community Organizations; Officials; Residents
Region USA

Training

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This webinar is the second of a series that will focus on the different components that make up an effective outreach system. Session 2 will discuss the process of outreach, tools that can be used to assist, and the importance of having a multidisciplinary team. This webinar will examine the different roles and functions of those involved in performing outreach as well as provide tips on how to build strong community and school partnerships.

Initiative Opening Doors
Topic Outreach; Community Organizing; Collective Impact
Audience Community Organizations
Region CT

Training

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Learn about the concept of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and how they are important to your work and the clients you work with. Gain knowledge on the factors that make up social determinants of health while exploring the importance of asking these questions in a uniform way and why that matters. Understand the steps necessary to develop partnerships with other organizations to support your clients to improve health outcomes and increase team collaboration and efficiency.

Initiative Opening Doors
Topic Health; Case Management; Collective Impact
Audience Community Organizations
Region USA

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2-1-1 is the front door to the homeless response system.

If you, or someone you know, is at risk of having to leave their home and having nowhere to stay, please dial 2-1-1 and press Option 3 to speak with a 211 Housing Crisis Specialist (or call 1-800-203-1234).

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2-1-1 is the front door to the homeless response system.