Past Forums
Fall Faith Forum - October 29, 2009 - St. Phllips Lutheran Church, Fridley
Faces, Fact, and Impacts: Homelessness in Anoka County
Homelessness is not an urban issue. It is not solely a government issue and it is not a hopeless issue. It is an issue that resides in your neighborhood, that impacts your community, and it can be solved with your help. Come and learn about homelessness in Anoka County, what is being done, and what you can do to help your community.
was our goal that participation in this forum would serve as a catalyst to:
- Raise awareness about homelessness in Anoka County
- Highlight current initiatives that focus on ending homelessness
- Encourage collaborative action
Laura Kadwell , MN Director for Ending Long Term Homelessness and Kari Schaff of the Emma B Howe YMCA were our featured speakers.
Spring Faith Forum - April 22, 2010 - St. Phllips Lutheran Church, Fridley
Faces, Fact, and Impacts: Homelessness in Anoka County
Cheree Langmade, RN & outreach worker at The Bridge for Youth, grew up in Anoka County & experienced homelessness for the first time when she was 12 years old. Cheree shared her personal story of homelessness, including how she survived on the streets and what motivated her to seek not only stable housing, but to create a life and a future for herself and her family.
Cheree's story was followed by three breakout sessions revolving around homelessness:
- Veterans & Homelessness - What's the Connection?
- Domestic Violence and Homelessness
- Stable Mental Health-Stable Housing
We also featured a panel from various faith community representatives who shared the creative & collaborative ways they are responding to homelessness
