Communications Hub

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Talking about Built for Zero

Built for Zero is a movement of more than 100 communities in the United States committed to measurably ending homelessness — and proving that it is possible. Built for Zero communities …

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Talking about By-name data

What is by-name data? By-name data is a comprehensive database of every person in a community experiencing homelessness, updated in real time. Using information collected and shared with their consent, …

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Talking about functional zero

What is functional zero? How is functional zero calculated for specific populations? MEDIA KIT You can access our Built for Zero media kit at this link.

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Guidance for journalists on how to cover the Point-in-Time count

The annual Point-in-Time count of homelessness is an event that invites coverage from local outlets. It is an opportunity to report on the state of homelessness in a community and …

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Talking about Racial equity

Racism and homelessness are inextricably linked. Research shows that Black and Native Americans experience homelessness at disproportionately high rates, even when we control for disparities in poverty level. This means …

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Social Media Toolkit

A monthly digest of social content for Built for Zero communities

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Building a communications team 

Template job descriptions Communications Lead Contractor scope of work examples Video/Photography Contractor

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Achieving quality by-name data

Key Resources Templates Media kit You can access our Built for Zero media kit at this link. Case Studies/Examples

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Achieving functional zero

Key Resources Templates Media kit You can access our Built for Zero media kit at this link. Case Studies/Examples

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New Built for Zero community

Key Resources Templates Case Studies/Examples

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Reactive/crisis responsive communications

Tools Template: Examples of Letter to Editor

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Who to contact / how to get in touch

Please email comms@community.solutions for any questions or feedback on communications-related matters.