This HASS Connect is all about tackling a tough reality in our field: how shelters support families in resource deserts where social services are limited or missing entirely. We’ll dig into practical, community‑centered approaches for navigating these gaps and share strategies that help people and pets stay together. Join us for a solutions‑focused conversation with peers who are facing the same challenges and building new pathways forward.

You are invited every fourth Thursday of the month, to join fellow leaders from national, government, and non-profit animal welfare organizations for a strategic roundtable discussion focused on the most pressing challenges facing our field. From staffing shortages and volunteer engagement to community trust, and the evolving role of shelters, this session invites candid dialogue, shared learning, and collaborative problem-solving. Whether you’re leading a municipal agency, nonprofit organization, or national initiative, your insights and experiences are vital to finding solutions.

*You only need to register for the series once.

Time: 1-2 p.m. CT

Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/eYjSHEXEQ–_PxoL4pH2_g#/registration–