Homeless Helping Homeless Overview

Homeless Helping Homeless (HHH) does not give the homeless a voice, it is the voice of the homeless. Since 2001, members of the homeless community have, through HHH, advocated and organized politically for themselves. Facilitated by the Urban Ministry Center as part of the CommunityWorks 945 project, HHH demonstrates civic concern, honesty, and genuine commitment by and on behalf of the homeless in Charlotte, NC.

 

What is Homeless Helping Homeless (HHH)?
We are currently and formerly homeless people (and a few housed ones) helping to improve the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness. That includes the big picture - advocating for more supportive housing, more employment opportunities for ex-offenders, etc. as well as the smaller picture - how we can help each other reach our personal goals, like Rob finding a suitable job and Claudia getting her GED.

Our Program History and Values

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Our History:

HHH was born during voting season in 2002. The original intention was to ensure that folks experiencing homelessness registered to vote and were in conversation with elected officials. We continue to gather each Wednesday at lunch.

 

Core Values: 

 

Building Bridges: We believe that our communities are strengthened when strong links are nourished between the between housed and homeless.

Empowering Change: Things do not have to continue the way they are. We believe that change is possible in individuals’ lives, as well as society’s social and political structures.  We are committed to working to bring about needed change.

Ending Homelessness: We believe that every human being should have a place to call home.

 

 

Our Creed:

 

o       I choose to believe change is possible

 

o       I choose to be an avid listener

 

o       I choose to bring my gifts to the table and share them.

 

o       I choose to respect others’ opinions

 

o       I choose to commit to ending homelessness

Our hope is to ensure that the voices of those who gather for soup and sandwiches at 945 N. College St. are part of the public dialogue. Sometimes people, ourselves included, forget that we are all part of the community.