NEW ORLEANS (press release) – On Friday, May 16, a community collaboration came to life with the unveiling of a new tiny home duplex in the Lower 9th Ward. This project, a joint effort between Travelers Aid Society of Greater New Orleans, Louvis Services and Tulane University School of Architecture, is said to provide crucial supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Organizers share the tiny duplex was developed through a collaborative effort between Louvis Services and a group of students from Tulane to increase access to dignified housing options for New Orleans’ most vulnerable populations. This project is the latest step in the commitment by all three organizations to create permanent solutions to homelessness throughout the city.
“This partnership exemplifies what’s possible when we come together to prioritize people over systems,” said Donna Paramore, CEO of Travelers Aid Society. “Housing is a fundamental human right, and projects like this tiny home duplex reflect our mission to provide not just shelter, but the services and relationships that lead to long-term stability.”
Travelers Aid shares it will play a vital role by providing comprehensive case management and essential supportive services for the new resident. This includes employment resources and ongoing guidance designed to empower the resident to thrive in their new home.
Louvis Services, celebrating 10 years of service, will assume ownership and ongoing maintenance of the property. The organization says its commitment to creating housing solutions for unhoused individuals in precarious situations across the city makes them an ideal partner in this collaborative endeavor.
“Our vision is to create more than just homes. We aim to build pathways out of homelessness,” said Lou Anne White, executive director of Louvis Services. “With this duplex, we’re offering these individuals a chance to rebuild their lives in a safe, supportive environment and we’re proud to do that in partnership with Travelers Aid.”
To learn more about the other finished projects, you can visit Tulane’s URBANbuild website.
