Homeless Engagement Initiative
Dallas Public Library, Texas
Equity and Inclusion
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Innovation Synopsis
This Innovation addresses the information needs of Dallas Public Library’s regular homeless customers, increases community awareness of issues related to homelessness and promotes the public library as a place of social inclusion by training staff and encouraging intergroup mingling between housed and homeless individuals through creative programming.
Challenge/Opportunity
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Key Elements of Innovation
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Achieved Outcomes
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