David Dirks is a dedicated advocate for racial and economic justice, with extensive expertise in federal homelessness programs, including compliance, system design, and program implementation. Grounding his work in equity, David focuses on addressing disparities and promoting inclusive practices. His commitment to community engagement, culturally competent outreach, and data-informed decision-making is central to advancing housing equity for marginalized populations.

David’s experience spans a wide range of housing programs and funding sources. A skilled facilitator, he brings together communities and cross-sector stakeholders to build consensus on strategic approaches to equitably address homelessness. He also serves as a volunteer attorney with the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland, providing legal counsel to clients through the Tenant Volunteer Lawyer of the Day program and the Consumer Protection Project.

David has worked at the National Alliance to End Homelessness (NAEH) and Homebase as a HUD technical assistance provider. He served as the equity lead for the Detroit Strategic Plan in 2024 with Barbara Poppe and Associates.

A native of Los Angeles, CA, David holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing from Grambling State University and a Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law.