IGH staff had the privilege of attending and presenting at the CISCAL “Situation de Calle en América Latina” conference in Mexico City in October.
Homelessness
A Canadian View: Homelessness – Why Should We Care? What Can We Do?
I think we are all aware of the increasing number of homeless women, men and children in our communities, whether large cities or smaller rural towns and villages.
The Link Between Global Homelessness and Poor Mental Health
Mental health conditions can lead to homelessness and can also prevent those experiencing homelessness from getting back on their feet.
Profiles In Homelessness
So you think you understand homelessness? I did… until I discovered I didn’t!
Diaries of Vincentian: Perú
In our case, it tells the story of a family – young parents and their two children- who, after living on the streets, now have a decent place to call home.
Homelessness, Human Rights, and the UN Social Development Goals
Housing is the cornerstone on which people build their lives. Without access to suitable housing, essential dimensions of life become exceedingly difficult.
The Daughters of Charity respond to homelessness affecting children in the streets of Kitale (Kenya)
Each year, on 10th October, World Homeless Day is marked to educate people across the world about homelessness issues, and to reflect on how homelessness can affect people of all countries, paths of life and ages, especially children.
Homelessness – Our Heritage and Challenge
As we approach the feast of St. Vincent de Paul we can draw strength and be challenged by all that St. Vincent did. Many may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!
Once Again – Think You Understand Homelessness?
The deeper I got into the article I realized I had more of a stereotypical and simplified understanding.
Your Tub Is Overflowing!
“If you want to resolve street homelessness, you have to think about prevention: how do you turn off the tap?”
Joy and Gratitude: the 13 Houses Campaign in Venezuela
Although we were not there, we can see and feel the joy and gratitude in the smiles of the two families that the 13 Houses Campaign helped in Venezuela, in the municipality of Andrés Eloy Blanco.
When Reality Hits “home”!
Mark Horvath has been trying to bring home the reality of homelessness for real people who are homeless.
