Tulsa's Strategy for Functional Zero Homelessness with Emily Hall - Presented by WOMPA

Episode SummaryIn this powerful episode, Mike Brose is joined by special guest Emily Hall, the Mayor's Senior Advisor on Homelessness for the City of Tulsa. Emily unpacks the complex realities of homelessness, moving beyond stereotypes to discuss the root causes, from the affordable housing crisis to systemic policy issues. She provides an inside look at Mayor Monroe Nichols' ambitious four-part strategy to achieve "functional zero" homelessness by 2030, demystifies the term, and debunks pervasive myths about why people experience homelessness in Tulsa. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the real challenges and the concrete, compassionate solutions being developed in our community.A huge thank you to our sponsor, Wompa, for their incredible support of the podcast and mental health initiatives in our community. This episode was recorded live from their unique and amazing space at 3306 Charles Page Blvd. in West Tulsa. We are especially grateful to our dear friend, Maggie Fox, for her decades of friendship and her belief in our mission. Learn more about Wompa at wompatulsa.com.