The Equity-Based Decision-Making Framework and Assessment Tools

This framework and related assessment tools are designed to support communities in implementing homelessness response systems in which system processes and policies proactively eliminate racial inequalities and advance equity. Marc Dones and Ann Oliva discuss the framework in the accompanying video.

Equity-Based Decision Making Assessments

The following assessments and tailored recommendations are designed as a guide to strengthen equity-based decision making. The assessments build on the above guidance, and are designed for homeless service system administrators and partners, particularly those who have influence in policy and program design, operations, budgeting, technical assistance provision, contracting practices, and human resources processes.