2020 Conference Day 4 Recap

On Day 4 we learned:

“Stigmatized individuals are viewed as flawed and dehumanized.”
“Religious leaders are finding stories to be more powerful in overcoming stigma than data.”
“People don’t become homeless because they are individually flawed. There is a whole system that fails people.”
“Our services are person focused and tenant driven.”
“We are not there to tell people what has gone wrong in their lives but the to be curious in how we can help, maintain a neutral and non-judgmental approach.”
“Systemic racism is the product of design….The good news - it can be redesigned.“
“Data is the guide, not the destination... in creating a just and equitable world.”
“Listen to your community - they know what they need -just listen to them.”
“Overall, our housing supply is not keeping up with all of the new companies that are arriving in San Diego and the large tech companies growing. “
“There are a lot more options besides granny flats. For instance, if you have a two-story house, you can split the home in two and create two units. And, you can do that all day long in this county.”
“The amazing thing about building homes, making homes...it unites the tree shakers and the juice makers.”
“You’ve got to be willing to feel uncomfortable and be at the edge of change. I urge you to be uncomfortable. That’s where all the possibilities lie.”