Urban Health Institue Video

The 2021 Bunting Neighborhood Leadership Program has concluded, but a group of cohort members created a supportive community of black women, amongst one another, which grew to be an inclusive safe space for all. Check out our ED's video using the blue button below!

The Johns Hopkins', Urban Health Institute - Bunting Neighborhood Leadership Program offers an impact curriculum to cohort members. This is from their website::

"This curriculum was developed through a committee representing community leaders and academia, and a scan of leadership programs from around the country. The core content areas we decided as the foundation for the curriculum include orientation to leadership, relationship building, communications, policy and advocacy, deconstructing racism and systems building. Experiences that facilitate knowledge and skill building are shared through instruction, collaborative projects, networking with influential stakeholders and relationship building. Leaders are actively engaged in their own learning through self-study, discovery learning, case studies, community assessment and a variety of other strategies. As the leaders learn by doing, and we provide them with a combination of didactic instruction, experiential learning and collaboration with mentors and other fellows, and opportunities to expand their social networks. The key elements that are built into these experiences include: A) Engaging the community – Emphasizing collective power, acting together and advocating and developing or influencing policy to address a community need B) Identifying the issue – Be able to conduct needs assessments and issue identification that emphasizes learning from the community. C) Deconstructing the issue – identify the relevant pieces of the issue that can be changed or improved. It is important to know the communities strengths/weaknesses/opportunities for change. D) Developing outcomes for change - Be able to develop outcomes for change, develop systems of accountability and measurement, and follow through with a plan. Faculty and guest speakers are drawn from across Baltimore’s academic, community-based organizations, government, business and philanthropy sectors and each is selected because of their expertise in one or more facets of leadership. Indicated below, are descriptions of the core components of Bunting Neighborhood Leadership Program curriculum."

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Financial Literacy for Tiny Homeownership

Financial literacy is an important part of tiny home ownership. Understanding the basics of budgeting, savings, and investments can help tiny homeowners make the most of their money and plan for the future. There can also be barriers to locating land or building restrictions that can complicate the process and cost more money.

Smalltimore Homes is here to help tiny homeowners get educated on Tiny Home financial literacy 101. We offer classes, resources, and one-on-one support to help tiny homeowners understand and practice financial literacy. We also provide counseling to help tiny homeowners make informed decisions about their financial future.

At Smalltimore Homes, we understand that financial literacy is not just about money, but also about understanding how to live a minimalist lifestyle and make the most of what you have. We help tiny homeowners make the most of their resources and create plans for long-term financial success.

Take the first step towards financial literacy by joining a Smalltimore Homes Tiny Talk Tuesday class or free #FinacallyLit (financial literacy) workshop! Get the information you need to make your tiny home ownership a success! Visit our Events Page for more information or comment below to express interest!

Covid Response Village

We're building until the New Year! Tiny home communities have the potential to be a powerful tool in the fight to end homelessness. Tiny homes provide a cost-effective, sustainable way to provide shelter to those without access to traditional housing. In addition to providing a place to live, tiny home communities can offer amenities such as community kitchens and gardens, shared laundry facilities, and communal gathering spaces which can help people feel a sense of community and foster relationships. Furthermore, living in a tiny home community can provide stability and a sense of security for those experiencing homelessness, as well as the opportunity to save money and eventually move into permanent housing. Finally, tiny home communities can help reduce the strain on public services, as they provide a safer and more affordable alternative to camping in parks or sleeping on the streets.

Join us every Saturday until we complete the panels for shelters to replace tents throughout Baltimore City!

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