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
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.
First Aid or Long-term Solutions?
Magdalena puts a face on the problem. But where is that place and is it possible to follow the guidelines we have been hearing. The story of one woman who is affected.
Tackling slum dwelling in Malawi, one house at a time!
Annie’s story is one of many in Malawi, an African country where 65% of the population live in slums, according to data from UN-Habitat.
How Did St. Vincent Help the Homeless of His Day
You may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!
A home in Namibia, beds in the Netherlands
As part of the jubilee, the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy (CMM) started the ‘Sheltering the Homeless’ project inspired by the 13 Houses Campaign of the Famvin Homeless Alliance.
Public Transportation – Convenience, Hassle, or Lifeline
A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.
ECOSOC Youth Forum 2021: An opportunity for collaboration to further highlight issues of homelessness
The annual Youth Forum provides a global platform for a candid dialogue among Member States and young leaders from around the world on solutions to challenges affecting youth wellbeing.
Homes First: Strategies to Promote Youth Empowerment Post Covid-19
Vincentians keep bringing the voices of homeless people to the United Nations despite the pandemic.
Born In the Bleachers
We hear a lot about being born on third base. It is a metaphor for being way ahead in the game of life. But what if you were born in the bleachers? Or worse, born outside the ballpark?
Three years working together to end homelessness
The Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA) has reached three years working with the poorest of the poor and the homeless.
