Coordinate community-based prevention, outreach, public education, advocacy, and media. In addition to the Implementation Group, there are many coalitions in Hennepin County that participate in the Continuum of Care planning and advocate on behalf of homeless sub-populations. These groups are integrated in the Continuum of Care through formal and informal methods. Formal integration of programs involving county government occurs through biweekly meetings of staff with shelter or homeless assistance responsibilities. In addition, over the past ten years a number of specialized workgroups have been formed to oversee planning for sub-populations.
Many individuals participate in more than one workgroup.
Committee consists of housing and service providers, formerly homeless persons, advocates, citizens, churches, permanent housing providers, and representatives of the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, the State Homeless Task Force, and Hennepin County. Reviews prevention, rapid exit and transitional housing program outcomes and costs, and recommends funding models and policies to Hennepin County. Meets bimonthly to share information, technical assistance, and training and political strategies. Attendance ranges from 30 to 50 public and private agencies, advocates, and citizens who are concerned with providing services to homeless families, singles and youth. A bimonthly newsletter is sent to 150 individuals and organizations.