This 3-part learning series is presented by the Homeless Strategy Division of Community & Economic Development. 

The City of Asheville's Community and Economic Development department invites you to attend an upcoming 3-part community education series on understanding homelessness. Presented by Debbie Alford, Homeless Strategy Specialist - Training and Development staff with the Homeless Strategy Division. These three, in-person sessions are offered as a series with information building from one session to the next. 

Pre-registration is encouraged. If you have questions, email dalford2@ashevillenc.gov or call 828-203-0892.

April - May 2025

Session 1: April 23, 2025
Understanding Homelessness - causes and local landscape
Session 2: April 30, 2025
Understanding Solutions to Homelessness - community response, present and future
Session 3: May 7, 2025
Personal Response to Homelessness - how to partner with local agencies and take action

All April-May sessions will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church from 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.