United to End Homelessness

📢 Friendly Reminder: Homelessness is NOT a Costume! 🚫🎃 As Halloween approaches, keep in mind that dressing up as someone experiencing homelessness is not only inappropriate but also perpetuates harmful and dangerous stereotypes. 🛑 Homelessness is a real and challenging experience that millions of people face every day. Using someone's struggle as a costume minimizes their humanity and contributes to a narrative that dehumanizes those who need our empathy, support, and understanding. Instead, let's celebrate the season with creativity and kindness. Choose costumes that inspire, uplift, and show respect for all people. Together, we can create a more compassionate and inclusive community. #HomelessnessIsNotACostume #EndHomelessnessOC

We recently attended Project Hope Alliance for their open house to explore their programs and learn about their innovative efforts to address the unique challenges faced by youth experiencing homelessness. Studies show that youth without a high school diploma are 346% more likely to experience homelessness as an adult. That’s why the ultimate goal for Project Hope Alliance's programs is for youth to graduate from high school and move toward financial self-sufficiency through higher education or stable employment. Learn more about Project Hope Alliance: https://lnkd.in/gQjndVGb #EndHomelessnessOC

🏡 If passed this November, Dana Point's Measure T would reshape the city's short-term rental policy! This proposal would regulate short-term rentals, reducing them by 50% and requiring yearly permit renewals in an attempt to ease limited housing and vacation rentals. Is this a long-term solution prioritizing community stability and housing affordability? Let us know what you think in the comments! Learn more about Measure T and its potential impact: https://heyor.ca/ST9EFF

The City of Irvine took a huge step toward supporting its residents facing homelessness this week by approving the purchase of a location to bring shelter and services together! Read more at https://heyor.ca/nt9OZf   If we're going to #EndHomelessnessOC, each community will need to find ways to work together for solutions that help to get people connected to housing!   What could your city do to solve homelessness? Join us at an upcoming Table Talk event — details at www.u2eh.to/hhaw

Anaheim City Council approved a new law that requires rental developments of over 35 units to dedicate 10% of its units to affordable housing for low-income renters! 👏 Will mandating inclusionary housing laws help? Mayor Ashleigh Aitken said: 📢 "This is a wonderful thing that we are doing for our residents that we hear from every meeting about how expensive it is to live and live by their families…in Anaheim." Read the latest: https://heyor.ca/bkfEl9 #EndHomelessnessOC

Learning how to communicate cross-culturally about homelessness is key to dispelling stigmas, raising awareness, and discovering innovative approaches that bridge cultural divides. Join tomorrow's Community Chat at noon to connect directly with community leaders and advocates committed to #EndHomelessnessOC! 🙌 RSVP today: https://heyor.ca/4XZ0hU

Our #HHWeekOC Table Talks are opportunities to connect with other residents in guided discussions about the importance of having a shared message to end homelessness in our communities. 🙌 Attend these in-person events happening in North, South, and Central OC from Nov. 17–20. All are welcome! RSVP: u2eh.to/hhaw

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is one month away! 💥 From November 17–23, we invite you to explore with us what it means for our communities to come together and build an Orange County where everyone has a safe and affordable place to call home and opportunities to thrive. 🙌 Learn more: u2eh.to/hhaw. #EndHomelessnessOC #HHWeekOC

Housing is an issue that affects everyone, but sometimes, we lose perspective of who *everyone* is in our communities. This article by Councilmember Jeff Harlan is a home run for what housing means for our cities that are uncovering opportunities to thrive and #EndHomelessnessOC! Read here: https://heyor.ca/m5Luo5 💬 What could housing opportunities look like in your city?

🟣 Today, our United to End Homelessness team (even our remote members) are rocking purple for #PurpleThursday, a day dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence. We stand united with survivors and want to shed light on the hidden struggles faced by so many. Domestic violence affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, and its impact is often deeply tied to issues like homelessness. Together, we can advocate for safer communities, spread compassion, and amplify the voices of our neighbors. 🤲 By wearing purple, we show our support and solidarity, hoping to inspire others to take a stand against domestic violence. 💜 Let's continue to break the silence, support survivors, and work towards a future where everyone feels safe and has a place to call home!