Three Fronts.
One Movement.

Our work targets the interconnected systems that push people to the margins β€” and we fight on all three fronts simultaneously.

"Our work focuses on the policies and structures that shape people's lives β€” not just the symptoms they produce."

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Housing Justice

Housing Justice

Safe, stable housing is a human right β€” not a privilege. In Orange County alone, 1,979 people experienced homelessness in the 2026 PIT Count β€” with 667 unsheltered on a single night. We're fighting to change the policies that allow this to persist.

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Orange County Housing Justice Committee

Collaborating with Florida Rising to push for tenant protections and housing affordability reform at the county level.

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Landlord Accountability Ordinances

Advocating for legally enforceable standards that ensure rental properties are safe and habitable for all residents.

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Redefining "Affordable Housing"

Pushing to align affordability standards with actual resident incomes β€” not abstract market averages that leave families behind.

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Shelter Expansion & Tenant Protections

Working to expand emergency housing options and strengthen protections that keep families housed during crises.

🀝 Led by President Aaron E. Lewis, who works directly with Orange County leadership on housing reform.

The Numbers Behind the Need

The 2026 Point-in-Time Count gives us the clearest picture yet of who is experiencing homelessness in Orange County β€” and why our work is urgent.

1,979
Total Experiencing Homelessness
Across all household types in Orange County β€” sheltered and unsheltered.
667
Unsheltered on One Night
Sleeping outside, in cars, or in places not meant for human habitation.
315
Children Experiencing Homelessness
Children under 18 counted in sheltered households β€” the most vulnerable population.
387
Chronically Homeless
Individuals with long-term or repeated homelessness and a disabling condition.
52%
Black or African American
Homelessness is a racial justice issue. Black residents are disproportionately impacted.
162
Adult DV Survivors Counted
Domestic violence is a leading driver of homelessness β€” especially for women and children.

Source: 2026 Orange County Point-in-Time Count Β· January 22, 2026 Β· ClientTrackβ„’

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Survivor Support

Domestic Violence & Trafficking Prevention

Survivors deserve more than escape β€” they deserve safety, healing, and justice. We're building the infrastructure to deliver all three in Central Florida.

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Central Florida's First Family Justice Center

In partnership with Harbor House, developing a one-stop center where survivors access legal aid, housing, counseling, and advocacy under one roof.

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Orange County DV Task Force

Serving on the county-level task force to shape policy and coordinate regional responses to domestic violence.

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Trauma-Informed Practices

Implementing and advocating for trauma-centered approaches throughout the systems survivors navigate.

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Removing Barriers to Justice

Identifying and eliminating the red tape, cost, and systemic bias that prevent survivors from accessing protection.

🀝 Led by CEO Kayla Bronson, in partnership with Harbor House of Central Florida.
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Community Resilience

Community Resilience & Poverty Policy

Economic injustice is woven into the fabric of homelessness. We fight for policies that create real economic opportunity β€” for everyone, including those the system too often ignores.

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Economic Justice Advocacy

Pushing for wages, benefits, and economic policies aligned with actual cost-of-living in Central Florida.

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Immigrants Are Welcome Here Coalition

Advocating for immigrant rights and supporting mixed-status and undocumented families navigating hostile systems.

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Senior Housing Stability

Working to protect and expand housing options for seniors β€” one of the fastest-growing homeless populations in Florida.

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Reducing Red Tape in Public Systems

Identifying bureaucratic barriers in housing, healthcare, and benefits systems β€” and pushing for simpler, more equitable access.

🀝 Active member of the Immigrants Are Welcome Here Coalition and the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida.
1,979
Experiencing Homelessness
in Orange County (2026)
315
Children
Experiencing Homelessness
52%
Are Black or African
American β€” Racial Inequity
387
Chronically
Homeless Individuals

Source: 2026 Orange County Point-in-Time Count Β· January 2026

Organizations We Work With

Real change requires collective action. We don't work in silos.

Florida Rising Harbor House of Central Florida Homeless Services Network of Central FL Central Florida Commission on Homelessness Orange County DV Task Force Immigrants Are Welcome Here Coalition Emerging Family Justice Center

This Work Needs You.

Every dollar, every hour, every voice matters. Join us in fighting for the Central Florida community.

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