Let’s start with the undeniable: California’s housing crisis and the epidemic of gender-based violence are deeply interconnected. This single truth powers our Housing Opportunities Mean Everything (HOME) Cohort.
The idea is simple but powerful: no one should have to choose between safety and a place to sleep. Yet for far too many, these choices are a daily reality. Housing insecurity fuels gender-based violence, and violence perpetuates homelessness. These issues are woven together, demanding solutions that match their complexity. The HOME Cohort was built to take on this challenge—not just with short-term fixes, but with systemic, transformative change.
Together, this cohort has celebrated incredible victories:
- Legislative Wins: We saw the passage of SB1017 and SB914—policies that protect survivors from eviction and allocate housing for those affected by domestic violence.
- Intersectionality in Action: We took holistic approaches that don’t just address symptoms but tackle root causes of housing insecurity and gender-based violence.
- Partnerships for Impact: Our alliances with service providers and advocates broke down silos, amplifying our collective ability to create change.
- Centering Survivors: We prioritized the lived experiences of survivors, ensuring their voices shaped the solutions we pursue.
This work matters. And it’s only possible because of supporters like you. With your help, we can push further:
- Advocating for survivor-centered policies.
- Expanding access to safe housing.
- Dismantling systemic barriers to justice and equity.
This is about more than philanthropy—it’s rewriting the rules. It’s about refusing to accept a world where survivors are left to fend for themselves. It’s about recognizing that stable housing is foundational to opportunity, security, and dignity.
As we close the year, we ask for your partnership. Donate now to fuel this work. Every dollar is a step toward a future where safe and stable housing isn’t a privilege but a basic right. Together, let’s move forward and build a world where all can thrive.