Resource Navigation:
In addition to identifying community organizations that address immediate needs, resource strategists teach community members how to self-advocate and navigate community resources.
Program Overview
“Under One Roof,” provides both immediate interventions and long-term strategies and problem-solving in collaboration with Black women and their families to disrupt the proverbial hamster-wheel of service provision experienced by its participants.
Elements of Under One Roof
- 1:1 Resource Navigation + Education
- Advocacy
- Accountability Check-Ins
- Monthly “Pouring Into You” Dinners
- Community Programming
- Holistic Wellness Events
- Access to Educational Programming including
- The Financial Health Academy
- Ambition (Professional Development)
- FOCUS (Entrepreneurial Accelerator)
- Access to Family + Social Activities
- Guest Speakers
Under One Roof: Wraparound Services Overview
FAQ
What is Under One Roof?
“Under One Roof,” provides both immediate interventions and long-term strategies and problem-solving in collaboration with Black women and their families to disrupt the proverbial hamster-wheel of service provision experienced by its participants.
Who is the target audience for Under One Roof
Under One Roof prioritizes Black families & individuals who have encountered a situation that destabilized their day-to-day lives and therefore need communal support towards stability.
Is there a cost to participate in the program?
There is no cost to join Under One Roof thanks to both financial and in-kind support from our generous sponsors.
What type of support should I expect as a part of Under One Roof?
Under One Roof community members should expect empathy and care from the Resource Strategist, one on one resource navigation, accountability check-ins, and advocacy in navigating community resources and organizations.
Do I qualify for Under One Roof?
To learn if you qualify for joining Under One Roof, please send an email to resources@centerforblackwomen.org expressing your interest. Please note that we are only able to engage with up to 25 participants annually due to limited financial resources.
Who do I contact if I have any questions about Under One Roof?
Email our Resource Strategist at, resources@centerforblackwomen.org or call 608-467-6744.
“I am not a Black woman, can I take part in Under One Roof?
Our work centers and prioritizes Black women, however, anyone is welcome.
What expectations am I supposed to fulfill as a part of Under One Roof?
As a part of Under One Roof and with the support of our Resource Strategist, community members are expected to set achievable short and long-term goals. Community members are also expected to check in regularly with the Resource Strategist on their agreed-upon next steps.
Do you provide financial assistance for owed back rent?
At this time we do not. However, we will assist you in searching for and accessing local resources.
Financial Supporters:
Resource Partners:
We’d like to offer our thanks to the following organizations for sharing resources during our community dinners: Foster of Dane County, Behavioral Health Resource Center, Community Action Coalition, Tenant Resource Center, Madison Metro, YWCA Madison, Madison Children’s Museum
Interested in learning more about Under One Roof?
Set up a 1:1 meeting with Resource Strategist, Sunmi Famule by emailing her at resources@centerforblackwomen.org or text/call 608-467-6744.
