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This series is hosted by AMSSA’s BC Refugee Resource Network and ISSofBC’s BC Refugee Hub
Part 1: Housing Search Assessment & Short-Term Solutions
Date: December 1, 2023
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm PST
Location: Zoom – Event details will be emailed immediately after registration
In this first session, we will delve into the important topic of housing search assessment for newcomers and explore strategies for securing short-term housing. Presenters will share best practices and essential tools for assessing the unique housing needs of newcomers, with a specific focus on short-term housing solutions. Discover the various types of short-term housing options available to newcomers and gain valuable insights on how to efficiently search for and secure these housing options.
SPEAKERS
- Katelin Mitchell, KCR Community Resources
- Paolo Bigit, Kamloops Immigrant Services
- Kizito Gaston Ntabaza – ISSofBC Settlement Orientation Services
Part 2: Innovative Approaches to Long-Term Housing Solutions
Date: December 11, 2023
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm PST
Location: Zoom – Event details will be emailed immediately after registration
The second part of our workshop series will concentrate on housing assessment and search best practices for long-term housing and introduce innovative methods for finding sustainable housing solutions. Our presenters will engage in discussions about best practices and innovative solutions for long-term housing, shedding light on how organizations have developed internal infrastructure to support newcomers in their housing search. Learn about the collaborative partnerships formed with various sectors to enhance the accessibility of long-term housing options for newcomers.
SPEAKERS
- Hamidullah Abawi, MOSAIC Metro Vancouver Refugee Readiness Team
- Peggy Lau, S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
