I work with local governments, Continuums of Care, and community partners to align strategy, funding, and operations—so fewer people experience homelessness and more exit to stable housing.
Systems that are clear, coordinated, and grounded in how people actually move through them.
Amanda J Harris Consulting partners with communities to assess what's working, identify gaps, and build practical paths forward using data, stakeholder input, and real-world experience.
Many communities sense gaps in their homelessness response system but aren't sure where to focus. This brief self-check helps identify opportunities to strengthen coordination, performance, and decision-making.
Amanda has worked across every level of the homelessness response system, from frontline programs to local government leadership. She has designed programs, managed public funding, partnered with nonprofit providers, and led systemwide change.
Amanda Harris came into this work through direct service, where she saw firsthand the gap between available programs and what people actually needed to stay safe and housed.
After earning her master's degree, she worked in federal housing and homelessness policy before returning to community-level roles, where she focused on improving coordination, funding, and accountability.
Today, she works alongside communities to strengthen coordination, improve performance, and build durable systems that help people exit homelessness and stay housed. Her approach is practical, collaborative, and grounded in real-world implementation.
In this video, Amanda reflects on her experience leading system change in Montgomery County, including lessons learned and insights that continue to inform her work with communities.
As Chief of Services to End and Prevent Homelessness in Montgomery County, Maryland, Amanda led a comprehensive redesign of the community's homelessness response system.
Reduced chronic homelessness
Reduced overall homelessness
Improved system performance through data-driven decision-making
Expanded access to housing for people with complex needs
Amanda partners with communities to strengthen governance, infrastructure, and operational practices so homelessness response systems can function effectively and sustainably.
Strengthening governance structures, membership, and decision-making processes.
Evaluating system design and operational alignment to identify gaps and priorities.
Using system data and stakeholder input to guide better decisions.
Aligning funding strategies and implementation with system goals.
Providing training and facilitated working sessions for staff and system leaders.
Supporting development and improvement of housing and homelessness initiatives.
If you're navigating complex challenges or working to improve system outcomes, Amanda welcomes the opportunity to connect.