*NEW* CSDE Research Team Seeking Volunteer Graduate Students for Research Project on New Method for Counting Homeless

Posted: 4/8/2023 (Demography News)

CSDE Affiliates Zack Almquist, Amy Hagopian, and Nathalie Williams are rolling out a pilot project to test  out a new method for improving the required unsheltered Homelessness count (often called the Point-in-Time Count). The plan is to administer short surveys to individuals experiencing homelessness across 10+ sites from April 17-May 15 using respondent-driven sampling (RDS) methods. We are currently looking for graduate student volunteers to help manage the sites’ data collection teams. Site managers are expected to commit at least 4 hours per week to manage coupons for the RDS recruitment, supervise undergraduates, and help administer surveys at your chosen location. You can see site locations here and detailed site manager responsibilities here. There may be some compensation for site managers and reimbursements or car rentals for help to get to remote locations. Research, sensitivity, and trauma training will also be provided. Additionally, there will be opportunities to publish papers, policy reports, and earn independent study credits with Zack. Learn more about the project here and fill out this Google form if you are interested in joining.