E137: How Furniture Restores Dignity
In this podcast conversation, Jingwen and Joseph discuss the mission and work of Lighthouse DC, a nonprofit organization that helps create homes for formerly homeless and low-income residents in Washington, DC.
Jingwen, who is a co-founder and director of operations at Lighthouse DC, shares that their organization focuses on providing furniture and creating a home environment for individuals who have already secured housing. They follow a "housing first" approach, which prioritizes providing stable housing before addressing other needs. Jingwen explains that the idea for Lighthouse DC came…
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