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ABOUT
THE TEAM

Coming together from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, our passionate teams of volunteers are the backbone of Health for Homeless. Our expanding organization features a Headquarters Team (HQ) as well as School Chapters across the country. 

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KANISH BASKARAN
CO-FOUNDER
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ANNIE LI
CO-FOUNDER
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NICHOLAS HAMZEA
CO-FOUNDER
HQ

HEALTH FOR HOMELESS

HEADQUARTERS TEAM

Our Headquarters Team is divided into 4 dedicated pods that work in tandem to host events, raise funds, and connect with the community.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT | DIRECTOR: Maria Nica

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The Community Support Pod is dedicated to creating and hosting events that directly impact the unhoused community. From health-centred care kits to sock pantries and more, this pod is committed to making a difference.

EDUCATION | DIRECTOR: Nyah Shah

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Our Education Pod focuses on delivering research-backed, educator-vetted initiatives that help spread awareness and de-bunk stigma surrounding the unhoused community like podcasts, workshops, and conferences.

COMMUNICATIONS | DIRECTOR: Danielle Buenaventura

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The Communications Pod specializes in connecting with youth, leading experts in the field, and persons with lived experience through our social media platforms, helping us grow our outreach meaningfully.

FINANCE | DIRECTOR: TBA

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Our Finance Pod manages the organization's bookkeeping and specializes in hosting fundraisers or donation campaigns that will help our organization make a tangible impact.

HS CHAPTERS

HEALTH FOR HOMELESS

SCHOOL CHAPTERS

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TEERKA BASKARAN
DIRECTOR OF CHAPTER EXPANSION

Our strength is amplified with collective action, and you can help make a difference with Health for Homeless right now! The support we receive is a huge driver of the good work we do in addressing some of society’s most challenging problems.

 

If you're interested in starting your own HfH Chapter, contact Teerka at teerkabaskaran@gmail.com to join our community in making a lasting impact.

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