Our Work on Housing Security and Homelessness
Research, Policy and Practice
We work on community-driven, community-based projects across Colorado and beyond, assisting with research, strategic planning, program evaluation, community assessments, program and policy recommendations, and policy analysis to help address issues related to housing security.
We can help you with research, evaluation and assessment of issues related to housing security.
Our Capabilities
The Center for Housing and Homelessness Research can assist with research, program evaluation, data analysis and interpretation, policy analysis and needs assessments. Our experience spans program development, management and evaluation; systems mapping; applied and intervention research; community-based participatory research; training and education; facilitation; data collection, analysis and interpretation; needs assessment; and organizational development.
Research & Evaluation
We evaluate programs and interventions for outcomes and impact, contributing to best practices and developing and improving metrics and models. We also analyze and interpret data to facilitate data-driven dialogue with policymakers and practitioners.
Community Assessment & Technical Assistance
We conduct city- and town-level assessments of homelessness and support local and state governments in formulating and implementing homelessness planning in ways that are measurable and designed for breadth and depth of impact. We provide technical assistance to build infrastructure and capacity to address housing needs, and we provide implementation assistance as well. Our policy analysis and recommendations inform national, state and local funding allocations.
Training and Professional Development
Experiences with poverty, housing insecurity and homelessness continue to evolve, as do the approaches to addressing these challenges. We are developing a program to provide ongoing professional development and specialized training for practitioners, community leaders, educators and students on topics such as data collection methods.
Innovations in Focus
Denver Basic Income Project
The Denver Basic Income Project is the largest guaranteed income study in the United States, researching the impacts of guaranteed income on those experiencing homelessness in Denver, CO.
Dignified Design
Dignified design, formerly known as trauma informed design, is testing ways the built environment, and specifically permanent supportive housing, can impact health and well-being outcomes for people formerly experiencing homelessness.
Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing
The Affordable Housing Certificate program is designed to upskill professionals currently working in the affordable housing sector, or reskill professionals looking to transition into the affordable housing field.
