Homelessness
Themes for our common advocacy on homelessness
IGH staff had the privilege of attending and presenting at the CISCAL “Situation de Calle en América Latina” conference in Mexico City in October.
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.
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.
When is $500 per month more than $3,000?
Cynthia Griffith, writing for Invisible People, backed up this “new math.”
Measurement of Homelessness
Is homelessness increasing or decreasing? Are certain subgroups overrepresented in the population of people experiencing homelessness in a particular community?
Reminder…Climate Change Event: Register Now!
Climate change impacts homeless women and girls even more profoundly as entrenched gender inequalities increase their risks.
Have You Ever Thought About These Issues?
Did you ever think about these issues homeless people face? The following four headlines caught my eye during the past month.
Climate Change: Multiple Risks for Homeless Women and Girls
Climate change impacts homeless women and girls even more profoundly as entrenched gender inequalities increase their risks.
Homelessness: A Global Concern Requiring Local Advocacy
The Working Group to End Homelessness (WGEH) is committed to advocating at the United Nations for the alleviation and eventual elimination of homelessness.