A new hub for Ukraine resources and support, additional community of practice dates, and more.
The RHS hub for Ukraine response is now live.
With the resettlement and integration of Ukrainian newcomers underway across the U.S., Refugee Housing Solutions is developing resources and providing technical housing support for resettlement practitioners, community sponsors, landlords and property managers, newcomers, and volunteers.
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Discover opportunities to join a Regional Community of Practice or become a member of the National Housing Working Group. Plus, don't miss out on our upcoming webinars and live trainings.
Upcoming Webinars & Meetings
Regional Community of Practice Meeting: Midwest
Friday, January 6 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
This is the third meeting of the Midwest regional housing community of practice, which is designed to share best practices and thought leadership to expand access to affordable housing and create innovative solutions across the U.S.
Tuesday, January 10 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM ET
This webinar will cover the general eligibility requirements for public housing, the housing choice voucher program, and the application workflow for both programs.
Regional Community of Practice Meeting: Southeast
Thursday, January 12 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
This is the third meeting of the Southeast regional housing community of practice, which is designed to share best practices and thought leadership to expand access to affordable housing and create innovative solutions across the U.S.
Tuesday, January 17 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM ET
Applicant screening is a safeguard that assists a landlord in finding the right tenant for their property. Because renting is a two-way partnership with a substantial financial commitment, applicants should also screen their potential landlord. In this webinar, participants will learn screening techniques and what questions to ask before signing a lease with a potential landlord.
Regional Community of Practice Meeting: Southwest
Thursday, January 19 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
This is the third meeting of the Southwest regional housing community of practice, which is designed to share best practices and thought leadership to expand access to affordable housing and create innovative solutions across the U.S.
Thursday, January 26 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM ET
In this webinar, participants will learn how the Continuum of Care operates and what housing subsidies and resources are available for individuals or families at risk of homelessness or homeless.
Regional Community of Practice Meeting: Northeast
Friday, January 27 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
This is the third meeting of the Northeast regional housing community of practice, which is designed to share best practices and thought leadership to expand access to affordable housing and create innovative solutions across the U.S.
Tuesday, January 31 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM ET
Due to soaring rental prices and a lack of affordable housing in the U.S., successful partnerships with landlords and property managers are paramount for housing newcomers and refugees. This webinar will teach resettlement practitioners ways to recruit, retain, and engage landlords and housing providers.
Regional Community of Practice Meeting: West
Thursday, February 2 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
This is the third meeting of the West regional housing community of practice, which is designed to share best practices and thought leadership to expand access to affordable housing and create innovative solutions across the U.S.
Policy News
Church World Service Accepting Applications for Housing Policy and Advocacy CoordinatorSupport policy goals and advocacy priorities to advance solutions to the U.S. housing crisis as a Housing Policy and Advocacy Coordinator at Church World Service. This role will also work closely with Refugee Housing Solutions. Learn more, submit an application, or share this opportunity with your network. |
Refugee Protection Act of 2022 Introduced in CongressThe 2022 iteration of the Refugee Protection Act (RPA) was introduced in Congress on Dec. 22. The bill seeks to help bolster and rebuild U.S. refugee resettlement and asylum programs, and to address gaps in refugee protection that have become apparent since the passing of the Refugee Act of 1980. |
