Negotiate Anything The Shocking Truth About Homelessness: It’s Not What You Think
Jul 14, 2025
Beth Silverman, the Executive Director and co-founder of the Lotus Campaign, shares groundbreaking insights on homelessness. She reveals economic drivers behind the housing crisis and critiques traditional charity models. Discover how she successfully housed over 430 individuals through unique partnerships with landlords and nonprofits. Learn strategies for overcoming negotiation challenges and fostering trust with private property owners. Silverman emphasizes the need for collaboration and a shift in mindset to create sustainable solutions for marginalized communities.
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Beth's Unconventional Path
- Beth Silverman came into homelessness work through her passion for neighborhoods and economics, without prior expertise in homelessness.
- A mentor's persistent calls and a fresh economic lens led her to start the Lotus Campaign from scratch.
Location's Crucial Role
- Location and access to opportunity structures critically affect a homeless person's chance of recovery.
- Economic and social mobility is shaped by zip codes, historic segregation, and proximity to resources.
Collaborate with Landlords
- Work with all parties' interests and treat landlords as business partners, not adversaries.
- Understand and address landlords' fears with economic guarantees and support partnerships to minimize perceived risks.
