HEAL
Housing Equity, Advocacy, and Leadership
The 7-week HEAL program provides participants with the groundwork to become affordable housing advocates, educators, leaders, and innovators in their communities and beyond. Participants will develop leadership skills and a deep understanding of the history of housing advocacy, cutting-edge solutions, and how to get involved locally.
Program graduates can apply for a Neighbors to Leaders Fellowship—mini-grants with continued mentorship—to support their own housing justice projects or initiatives.
Click here to find out why community leaders and HEAL grads believe housing is a human right.
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Next HEAL Cohort
WHEN:
June 8 - July 20, 2023
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Every Thursday for 7 weeks
WHERE:
Online
COST:
There is no fee to participate.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- A dinner stipend is provided for online sessions at the end of the program.
- Open to adults and teens (14+). Teens can earn community service hours.
- Youth program available for kids ages 6-13 (must have a parent/guardian in HEAL).
- Free interpretation in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and American Sign Language available upon request.
- Accessibility accommodations available upon request.
CONTACT:
Fatou Cisse, [email protected]
HEAL Fellowship
Do you have an idea for a project that would make your community more resilient?
The HEAL Fellowship lasts up to 12 months. It supports and funds HEAL program graduates, either individually or in teams, to pursue local projects costing up to $1,500. Participants will receive support and technical assistance to complete their projects from Catalyst Miami.
To apply: Email Mayra Cruz
[email protected]
Participants will be required to:
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Some examples of fellowship projects are:
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Note: Fellowship awards are limited; selection criteria will depend on availability of funds, project feasibility, need for the project, and other factors. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.