Client storytelling is a staple of the nonprofit business model, ever present in advocacy, clinic tours, fundraising—and news articles like the one you are reading right now.
05.15.17
When James came to Health Care for the Homeless, he realized that he could do more than find a job and a place to live: He could help others get back on their feet, too. Now, James not only has a job at Camden Yards and a place to call home, he is an invaluable advocate, volunteer and leader for the Health Care for the Homeless community. James participates on the Consumer Relations Committee that guides the agency on how it can better serve the community, and shares his story with diverse audiences to raise awareness about homelessness through the Faces of Homelessness Speakers’ Bureau.
On Sunday, May 21 James will be recognized as a Birdland Community hero at the Orioles game for his leadership in advocacy and community service!
Client storytelling is a staple of the nonprofit business model, ever present in advocacy, clinic tours, fundraising—and news articles like the one you are reading right now.
The Trans Rights Advocacy Coalition (TRAC) has been the driving force in championing trans rights policy changes in Maryland. Due to stigma and structural discrimination, transgender people—particularly transgender people of color—experience high rates of homelessness. Following the implementation of the Trans Health Equity Act in January, we talked with TRAC leadership about their work and community.
Since starting in January 2022, REI Health Specialist Arie Hayre-Somuah, LMSW, MPH has worked with our clinical teams to identify health disparities and move us closer to health equity. This year, she is turning her focus to the topic of health literacy.
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Hanna Mast from Senior Communications Manager to Director of Communications. Get to know more about her work in the Q&A below!