Category Archives: Homelessness

Thankful to Have a Home for the Holidays

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

In April of 2012, Charmaine Walton wrote a guest blog for us with a simple, straightforward plea: “Help me get affordable housing.” Charmaine’s story is one of strength, perseverance in the face of enormous challenge, and ultimately, of hope. With assistance … Continue reading →

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No Guarantee of Shelter for Homeless Youth in Winter Plan

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

Last Wednesday, November 13, the Interagency Council on Homelessness convened a special meeting to discuss and vote on the addendum to the District’s Winter Plan that would guide how homeless youth should be served this winter. The Legal Clinic, along … Continue reading →

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Rally To Increase Minimum Wage and Expand Paid Sick Days!

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

On October 28th, the DC Council’s Committee on Business, Consumer, and Regulatory Affairs held an eleven hour hearing on raising DC’s minimum wage and expanding the District’s paid sick days law. The Legal Clinic testified in strong support of these … Continue reading →

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One of the Best…

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

The Legal Clinic is honored to announce our inclusion in the 2013-2014 Catalogue for Philanthropy as one of Greater Washington’s best community-based charities. We were selected to be refeatured in the 11th annual Catalogue, which has, since 2003, raised more … Continue reading →

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Major Concerns With Winter Plan for Shelter

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

The following is testimony delivered by Scott McNeilly at today’s Winter Plan Roundtable. In addition to being a Legal Clinic staff attorney, Scott is also a member of the Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH) and a member of the ICH’s Operations … Continue reading →

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