Our Mission

Mission Statement

To improve public understanding of homelessness and poverty, reduce stigma, and support effective, compassionate responses through education and tools.

At the Center for Housing and Poverty Education (CFHPE), we believe that accurate information, presented in an accessible and human-centered way, is essential for addressing the complex challenges of housing insecurity and poverty.

Our work is guided by a commitment to:

• Evidence-based education: Grounding all content in research and lived experience
• Accessibility: Creating resources that are understandable and usable for diverse audiences
• Dignity: Centering the humanity of people experiencing housing insecurity and poverty
• Systemic understanding: Highlighting the structural factors that contribute to housing challenges
• Practical solutions: Connecting education to actionable responses

Our Approach

CFHPE operates at the intersection of education, technology, and advocacy. We create and maintain digital resources that help people understand the complex issues surrounding homelessness and poverty.

Our approach emphasizes:

• Plain language: Avoiding jargon and making complex topics understandable
• Mobile-first design: Ensuring resources are accessible on any device
• Visual consistency: Building trust through professional, cohesive presentation
• Institutional credibility: Maintaining high standards for accuracy and reliability
• Ecosystem thinking: Creating complementary resources that address different aspects of housing and poverty education

Impact Goals

Through our educational programs and resources, we aim to:

• Increase public literacy around homelessness, housing insecurity, and poverty
• Reduce stigma and harmful misconceptions
• Improve the quality of public discourse on housing and poverty issues
• Support more informed policy discussions
• Connect people with resources in ways that respect dignity and autonomy
• Build a foundation for more effective community responses

Our Programs

CFHPE operates several complementary programs, each addressing different aspects of our mission:

GoFind.help

A streamlined, web-based resource discovery experience that helps people locate essential social services quickly and intuitively, with an initial focus on the Greater Houston area.

Unhomed.info

Educational articles explaining homelessness in plain language, myth-busting content grounded in research and lived experience, and contextual explanations of housing instability.

SystemsofPoverty.info

Educational content focused on explaining the systems, policies, and historical factors that contribute to poverty, designed to complement direct service efforts by improving public literacy around systemic causes and long-term solutions.

Together, these programs form an ecosystem of resources that address both immediate needs and deeper understanding.