Vanessa joined the Institute in January 2021. With a background in direct services, Vanessa previously worked with children and families in low-income areas who were in need of mental health supports. In that line of work, Vanessa was able to see firsthand the harm and trauma that housing instability has on families, especially those with children.
As the Director of Residential Equity Programs, Vanessa oversees all of our Limited Voucher Programs . This model of assistance provides tenants with targeted, short-term rental vouchers to allow the household time to navigate necessary steps towards long-term stability. Alongside her work on the voucher programs, Vanessa co-manages the Family Assistance Program with the Director of Residential Equity Operations, improving processes and helping scope opportunities for future expansion.
Vanessa works with the Executive Director to create local and national partnerships and expand the footprint of our residential programs, as well as further build out potential landlord collaboration.
vbozzo@inclusivityinstitute.org