Ending Encampments: A Practical Guide to Functional Zero Unsheltered Homelessness

With cities nationwide working to enforce anti-camping laws after the Grants Pass Supreme Court ruling, the need for fast, cost-effective alternatives to street homelessness is more urgent than ever. While permanent housing is the long-term goal, its high cost and slow rollout make it difficult to meet immediate needs.

This session offers a framework for reaching functional zero unsheltered homelessness, emphasizing interim housing as a scalable and fiscally responsible solution. Panelists will cover funding sources, housing demand, and designing supportive communities for diverse populations — from job-seekers to those needing intensive care. Attendees will also explore innovative, rapidly deployable models like relocatable tiny home villages. This session is a practical guide to funding and implementing strategies that eliminate the need for encampments.

Speakers:
-Joanne Price, Co-Founder & CREO, DignityMoves
-Hafsa Kaka, Senior Advisor on Homelessness, Office of Governor Gavin Newsom