Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless

Let RI Vote releases poll in support of legislation to make voting easier
May 13, 2021

Let RI Vote releases poll in support of legislation to make voting easier

“In 2020 Rhode Islanders were given choices to cast their ballots and they responded in record numbers,”...

Report: Unless RI acts, hundreds are facing eviction and homelessness
March 18, 2021

Report: Unless RI acts, hundreds are facing eviction and homelessness

“Since COVID-19 hit our state there has been over a 90% increase in the number of people...

‘Yes On 3’ campaign launches in support of $65 million affordable housing bond question
February 1, 2021

‘Yes On 3’ campaign launches in support of $65 million affordable housing bond question

$65 million Question 3 bond referendum supports more affordable homes, good paying jobs, strengthens communities...

RI Board of Elections shuts down discussion of systemic racism in Woonsocket polling location change
November 2, 2020

RI Board of Elections shuts down discussion of systemic racism in Woonsocket polling location change

“I don’t think we should be in the situation where we’re talking about systemic racism in this...

HousingWorks RI issues report on the benefits of housing bonds
July 28, 2020

HousingWorks RI issues report on the benefits of housing bonds

“Rhode Island’s per capita investment for affordable homes, at $21.90, is far below that of our New...

New report shows housing is out of reach for many in RI
July 16, 2020

New report shows housing is out of reach for many in RI

“Poverty is caused by the double exploitation we face from employers who won’t pay a living wage...

16 good government groups oppose voting bill before House Judiciary Committee
July 7, 2020

16 good government groups oppose voting bill before House Judiciary Committee

Today the House Judiciary Committee will be taking up H7896, a bill from the Rhode Island Board...

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.
May 28, 2020

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.

“There’s no question that this crisis has hit the hardest those who are least able to weather...

As courts prepare to reopen, Rhode Island faces an eviction disaster
May 13, 2020

As courts prepare to reopen, Rhode Island faces an eviction disaster

“I’m working hard on that, figuring out what we can do,” said Governor Raimondo. “I’m worried about...

Model: Nearly 800 RIers experiencing homelessness to require emergency COVID-19 accommodations
April 23, 2020

Model: Nearly 800 RIers experiencing homelessness to require emergency COVID-19 accommodations

“People who are unsheltered face unique barriers to prevention strategies like sheltering in place and physical distancing...

Providence City Council committee hears legislation to stop source of income discrimination in housing
January 14, 2020

Providence City Council committee hears legislation to stop source of income discrimination in housing

“I wouldn’t be able to afford housing without my Housing Choice Voucher,” said Wendy Thomas. “Passing source...

The next UHIP? A flawed system is endangering Rhode Island’s homeless
January 19, 2020

The next UHIP? A flawed system is endangering Rhode Island’s homeless

“It’s November, and we’re dealing with folks who are going to end up dying,” said Barbara Freitas,...

Help to advocate for children: Pass the voluntary extension of care act
January 30, 2018

Help to advocate for children: Pass the voluntary extension of care act

On Thursday Night, February 1, 2018, the Rhode Island State Senate Committee on Judiciary will hear testimony...

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