
Hear My Name: Rachelle Ellison’s Journey from Homelessness to Housing Advocate
By Silvana Quiroz Every morning, Rachelle Ellison walked through the doors of Miriam’s Kitchen to join breakfast—a simple routine that held profound meaning. It wasn’t just the hot meal or the friendly faces; it was finally hearing her name spoken aloud. “I used to go there every day just to hear my name,” Rachelle… View Article
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A Heart For Service: Amy Peck Abraham Dedication to Miriam’s Kitchen
In celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we spotlight Amy’s unwavering dedication to Miriam’s Kitchen—where her warmth, presence, and belief in dignity for all make a world of difference. By Tedi Velo Senior Case Manager Amy Peck Abraham discovered Miriam’s Kitchen in a Washington Post article by John Kelly. She had long dedicated her… View Article
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The Power of Home Podcast: The Path Forward – Housing, Compassion, and Women’s Stories
By Miriam’s Kitchen In the latest episode of The Power of Home, we highlight powerful stories and proven solutions that bring us closer to ending chronic homelessness in Washington, D.C. Titled “The Path Forward – Housing, Compassion, and Women’s Stories,” this episode brings forward voices of lived experience and front-line advocates making real change… View Article
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Statement on Whitehurst Encampment Closure
DC’s Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services (DMHHS) has scheduled a site closure for one of the largest remaining encampments in Foggy Bottom (located at 27th and K Streets NW), amid the coldest stretch of winter weather this season. The encampment closure is currently set to take place on February 7th, and will adversely… View Article
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DC’s New Crime Bill Hurts Our Neighbors Experiencing Homelessness
On Tuesday, March 5, the DC Council voted to approve the Secure DC Omnibus Amendment Act, a bill that claims to address public safety and has 100 provisions ranging from metro fare evasion to auto theft to food quality in jails. Last month, we shared our concern that this bill further criminalizes already marginalized communities… View Article
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2024 Miriam’s Kitchen Gala: Housing for All Seasons
Mark your calendars and get your tickets! Registration is now open for the 2024 Miriam’s Kitchen Gala. Join us at the District Winery on May 23, 2024, for a night of connection, inspiration, and celebration as we come together to make a lasting impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness. The… View Article
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Miriam’s Kitchen Honored for Community Service and Activism at the 2024 Eastern Sociological Society Meeting
On Friday, March 1, the Eastern Sociological Society (ESS) presented the Award for Community Service and Activism to two recipients, including Miriam’s Kitchen. This annual recognition is reserved for community service and social justice organizations operating in the city where the ESS convenes each year. The Award for Community Service and Activism honors… View Article
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Supreme Court Takes Up Case on Homelessness
Much has been written recently about Johnson v Grants Pass. The moral question raised by this case is an important one: should governments criminalize the act of sleeping in public when people have nowhere else to go? At Miriam’s Kitchen, where we have been working with individuals experiencing homelessness for 40 years, we know the… View Article
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DC’s Point in Time Count – and why it matters
Last week, 14 Miriam’s Kitchen staff members, and many of our supporters, joined DC’s Annual Point in Time Count, canvassing Foggy Bottom, the National Mall, and Adams Morgan between 9 pm and 1 am with an eye out for people sleeping outside. To learn more about our perspective on DC’s Point in Time Count,… View Article
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Expanding the MK Advocacy Scope: Disrupting the Homelessness-Jail Cycle
By Nadia Malik & Lara Pukatch In DC and nationwide, homelessness and the criminal legal system are intrinsically linked. Individuals who are (or have been) involved with the criminal legal system are more likely to experience homelessness. At the same time, people experiencing homelessness are more likely than their housed peers to interact with… View Article
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