A new face at the Housing Alliance...
Haley Jo Lewis, Communications Intern
My name is Haley Jo Lewis, and I am excited to be Washington Low Income Housing Alliance’s new Communications Intern! I am originally from sunny San Diego and moved to Seattle three years ago to attend Seattle University where I am currently in my senior year studying communications.
As temps drop, City of Yakima says no to homeless shelter
Housing Alliance Staff
In our ongoing work to reduce homelessness in Yakima, the Homeless Network of Yakima County has been planning to create a permanent homeless shelter.
When even a full-time job isn’t enough for rent…
Joaquin Uy, Communications Specialist
Housing Alliance endorses Initiative 594
The Washington Low Income Housing Alliance believes that everyone in Washington should have the opportunity to live in a safe, healthy, affordable home in a thriving community. Gun violence hurts communities and undermines that vision. For that reason, the Housing Alliance endorses Initiative 594.
Class Matters
Irene Basloe Saraf, Guest Blogger
An amazing summer of emerging advocacy!
Alouise Urness, Community & Member Organizer
Since I last wrote about the Emerging Advocates Program, a lot has happened.
Organizations All Over Washington Oppose Funding Cuts & Elimination of Services Affecting Thousands of the State’s Disabled Individuals
Joaquin Uy, Communications Specialist
In recent budget proposals released by state agencies to the Governor’s Office, three programs that help thousands of disabled individuals across the state are slated to receive substantial cuts.
Why hello there...
Honah Thompson, Social Justice Intern
Save the date & now accepting proposals!
Kate Baber, Homelessness Policy and Advocacy Specialist
Over the past several weeks, we’ve had a number of major updates to share with our members. Last week, we shared our ideas for new strategies to end chronic homelessness and improve health. This week, we are excited to announce the date of next year’s Conference on Ending Homelessness.