The Adverse Effects Of Criminalizing Homelessness In America
Imagine trying to survive everyday life without a home, job, or enough money to eat a sustaining meal. Then imagine your local government
The Problem-Solution Cycle of Homelessness
It’s common knowledge that homelessness has been a long-running issue, one that’s not been given as much attention as it should be given.
The Steelers’ Najee Harris and His Mother Give Back
When Najee Harris was growing up, he wanted to hide the fact that he had stayed in a shelter for those experiencing homelessness.
Ways you can Help End Homelessness
According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) annual Point-in-Time (PIT)’s 2019 study, “you could fill five football stadiums with the
Avoiding Homelessness? Here Are Some Tips!
The topic of homelessness can be very tough for individuals, especially those who are on the cusp of it. Once facing it, it
For Who are You Correcting?
In academic circles, language has traditionally been taught in a strict, grammatically correct way. While using the King’s English–the grammar focused language of
How Faith-Based Organizations Aid the Unhoused
For many, religious beliefs and practices provide comfort, community, and a deep connection to their spirituality. Through challenges including addiction and mental illness,
Menstruators That Experience Homelessness
According to the National Organization for Women, there are over 210,000 women that menstruate experiencing homelessness in the United States. These women are
Veterans and Homelessness
Imagine putting your life on hold at a young age to travel overseas and defend your nation. You encounter long,
How Homelessness is Addressed in Different Countries
According to World Population Review, the United States has a population of single individuals that experience homelessness of 66.7%, and the remaining amount
The Hawaiian Homelessness Crisis
Hawaii may be a dream destination for many non-Natives, but the homelessness crisis resulting from the tourism industry is a constant threat for
Car Dependency and Homelessness
After World War II and the economic boom of the 1950s, the federal government began the construction of the U.S. interstate system under
The Return Of Socially Responsible Architecture And Its Effect On Homelessness
When discussing homelessness, architecture is an area that is often overlooked. However, there has been a recent wave of restoring more functionality in
Homelessness Among the Youth Population: Why Does it Emerge?
Every year an estimated 4.2 million young adults may experience homelessness. Seven hundred thousand of those young individuals are unaccompanied minors, meaning they
Oregon’s $400 Million Investment Package
On February 24, 2022, lawmakers in Oregon proposed a $400 million package to address homelessness and affordable housing options imperatively. House majority leader
California’s New “CARE Court Plan” to Prevent Homelessness: Will it Work?
Governor Newsom has announced a new plan to address homelessness and provide treatment for individuals with mental illness. However, the CARE Court Plan
Homelessness and Racial Disparities
Minority groups, especially African Americans, are more likely to experience homelessness than non-minority groups. This is in large part due to historical and
The Voice of the People: Groundcover News
People who are experiencing homelessness are often disregarded in the media. The unhoused community is frequently ignored due to lower social standing and
The Use of Architecture Against Those Experiencing Homelessness
Hostile architecture is a phenomenon seen more and more as city officials attempt to hide the reality of the homelessness crisis. They make
The ‘Troubling’ Economic Trend And Its Effect On Homelessness
As an issue itself, homelessness has been analyzed and studied for decades to find its end. The topic has been closely studied alongside
How Homelessness Affects Children’s Mental Health
According to The National Child Traumatic Stress Network, more than 1.3 million children experience homelessness each year, with families making up 40% of
Prison Recidivism & Homelessness
Transitioning back into society can be extremely difficult after currently being incarcerated. Many need to address health problems, learn new skills, and find
High Mortality Rates for Those Without Housing
The life expectancy for those experiencing homelessness is exceptionally shorter than the average person. They are more likely to suffer from chronic illness,
The Heartbreaking Truth About Black Communities That Experience Homelessness
According to the 2019 San Francisco Homeless Count and Survey, African American residents compose 37% of individuals experiencing homelessness. This imbalance is even
Domestic Violence’s Impact on the Unhoused Community
For many adults and families experiencing homelessness, domestic violence is very common. For some, it can be the immediate cause of homelessness. This
The Revolving Door and Homelessness
“The Revolving Door” is a theory in Criminal Justice coined to describe recidivism. Recidivism can be defined as, “the tendency of a convicted
Update On The HomeMore Project’s Makeshift Traveler
On February 4th, 2022, The HomeMore Project announced their updated timeline of releasing the Makeshift Traveler. They have surpassed their initial goal of
How Girl Scouts is Providing Aid for Children in NYC’s Shelters
For children experiencing homelessness, the shelter system and transitional periods can be tolling and often lonely. The Girl Scouts are combating this with
Climate Change and its Threat to People that are Homeless
After a slow start, winter storms are plentiful in the Northeast and Midwest. These regions have seen over a foot of snow on
The Eviction of the Unhoused Population Ahead of Major Events
As the Superbowl nears, the city of Los Angeles has begun making preparations for the anticipated increase in tourism. However, as is for