Homelessness In America

Homelessness has been a problem since this countrys founding.

Native Americans were displaced by European settlers in the 1600s.

Many African Americans were promised land, but left homeless following the abolishment of slavery in 1865.

Many people who are homeless are actually working.

Individuals who are living in underserved communities may not have access to an education, limiting their job opportunities.

Individuals who are working minimum wage jobs may not be able to afford housing in their community.

Who Is Homeless?

Trans, gender non-conforming, and non-binary youth face the most risk for poor physical and mental health outcomes.

This is why Dr. Cohen recommends the end of systematic oppression of LGBTQ members.

We must advocate for national and local policies which promote inclusivity and acceptance.

That is why she recommends reconceptualizing how we provide resources to those with mental illness.

Imagine if we treated them as a health issue and took away the shame.

Our national system is not set up to fully rehabilitate those who find themselves without a home.

Without proper institutional support, homelessness is a vicious cycle.

We also need to address the stigmas which still exist and continuously harm those in greatest need of support.

Access to safe and affirming care for displaced youth is a critical need, says Hayes.

I firmly believe one of the only ways to end homelessness is to provide housing, says Ranus.

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