Housing Equity Resource Hub
Minnesota’s work to end homelessness is rooted in the belief that “We all do better when we all do better.” — Senator Paul Wellstone
This site offers open‑access trainings, tools, and resources to support equity in housing and homelessness services across the state.
Use of this site is completely anonymous. We do not track visitors, collect personal information, or monitor how the materials are used.
Our goal is to provide practical, accessible learning that strengthens equitable, person‑centered services for every Minnesotan. Explore what’s helpful to you, at your own pace and in whatever way supports your work.
If you don’t see the resources you need in your community—or if you have resources to share, including links, tools, or other materials—please contact [email protected].
Training And Presentations
Protecting Clients in housing programs: legal rights and safety strategies
Information in this presentation is accurate as of May 31, 2026. Immigration law is changing very rapidly so please cross-reference information in this presentation.
Shelter Worker Training Series
St. Stephen’s Human Services has created an online Shelter Worker Training Series that covers a series of core training topics for shelter staff. Topics covered include:
- Altered Mental Status
- Cultural Awareness
- De-Escalation Training
- Ethics
- Harm Reduction
- Native American Cultural Awareness
- Navigating Shelter for LGBTQQI Folks
- Shelter Journey
This work was funded by the Department of Human Services’ Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO).
StreetWorks Training
In partnership with DHS-OEO’s Safe Harbor initiative, StreetWorks offers a comprehensive interactive training that has been developed in collaboration with youth workers and multidisciplinary professionals from across the state and reflects an evidenced based understanding of client centered care, cultural responsiveness, safety, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction.
2016/2017 Metro Safe Harbor Training Videos – Topics include:
- Safe Harbor/No Wrong Door Overivew
- Sexual Exploitation & Ouutreach to Youth
- De-escalation Best Practices
- Reaching Out to Wounded Youth with a Trauma Informed Approach
- Health Professional Boundaries
- Motivational Interviewing
- Vicarious Trauma and Self Care Practical Strategies
- Intersectionality & Cultural Capacity
Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless Virtual Learning Series
The Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless hosted a virtual learning series in November 2020. You can watch all of the videos on the MCH YouTube channel.
Housing First
The following materials are identified for providers and community partners to learn Housing First principles and best practices. A sample check list is also included to help you make a basic assessment of whether and to what degree your program is using the Housing First approaches.
Introduction to Housing First:
- Housing First: Sam Tsemberis TED Talk
- Why we do Housing First – Video from DESC in Seattle
Core principles of Housing First and Rapid Rehousing:
Sample Checklists:
Insightful Videos on Homelessness
Understanding the Causes of Homelessness
Innovative Solutions for Housing
Stories of Hope and Resilience
Upcoming Training Sessions
A Creative Look at Self-Care (virtual)
This workshop will help participants gain a clearer understanding of the stress response and the long-term implications for health. Participants will look at self-care as a process in time, experience, and reflection as their
teacher. There will be time for personal reflection and intention setting.
Upcoming Trainings
All sessions are 12-1 PM
Wednesday, June 24
Thursday, Sept. 17
Wednesday, Oct.14
Tuesday, Nov. 10
Thursday, Dec. 10
Free
Psychological
First Aid (virtual)
PFA is an evidence-informed community model training for social service providers. Trainees will learn how to support healthy recovery in individuals following a traumatic event, public health emergency, natural disaster, or personal crisis. The curriculum integrates public health, community health, and individual psychology by drawing upon skills the trainees probably already have.
May 14, 1 – 3 p.m.
May 26, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 11, 12 – 2 p.m.
June 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Spanish)
June 25, 2 – 4 p.m.
Free
Join Us in Making a Difference
Help us amplify our impact by sharing these vital resources on homelessness. Trainings are offered free to participants, but please note that trainers must be compensated for their time and expertise. Your financial support or help spreading the word ensures these sessions can continue—making a real difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Together, we can provide hope and opportunity to the most vulnerable.