Why doesn't criminalizing homelessness work? ⚠️ IT'S INEFFECTIVE: arresting or fining a person does not solve their housing problem. It accomplishes nothing. 🏘️ It KEEPS PEOPLE HOMELESS FOR LONGER: not only are there fines, but the record follows a person attempting to secure a job and housing. It becomes a long-term barrier to exiting homelessness. 💡 IT DISTRACTS FROM SOLUTIONS: rather than punishing individuals without housing options, our communities should commit to the challenging yet sustainable work that has repeatedly proven effective in resolving homelessness. #HomelessnessIsSolvable Learn more about the Johnson v. Grants Pass case: https://bit.ly/3xmp8dv
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The number of people enduring unsheltered homelessness rose across the U.S. last year. Meanwhile, homelessness response systems are working diligently to rehouse people while facing limited resources. 🤲 The National Alliance to End Homelessness writes that with the proper funding and leadership, communities would have the flexibility to choose strategies that fit their local needs and capacity and #EndHomelessnessOC once and for all! 🔗 Read up on the roadblocks and solutions: https://bit.ly/3J3xBoQ
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Veteran Housing Corp ALSO HAS SIGNED ON TO AN AMICUS BRIEF IN THEIS CASE BUT WOULD REMIND ALL THAT THE PROBLEM OF HOMELESSNESS IS THE RESULT OF INCOMPETENCE AND MALFEASANCE FOR THE LAST FORTY TO FIFTY YEARS BY LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS IN THEIR FAILURE TO ADDRESS AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONCERNS DON'T BE FOOLED BY SLICK PROMOTIONAL POSTS THAT MAKE IT SEEM LIKE YOUR LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS ARE SOLVING THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS. WHEN IT COMES TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING, THE PUBLIC AND TAXPAYERS MUST ASK: AT WHAT COST TO THE TAXPAYERS AND HOW LONG IS THE AFFORDABILITY PERIOD? EVERY TAXPAYER SHOULD BE ASKING THEIR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS AT A MINIMUM THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 1. How much local, state, and federal funding, tax credits, density bonus increase, waivers of impact fees, or other government benefit or incentive did the project receive? 2. What is the affordability period for each project and, if the affordability period is not in perpetuity or permanent, WHY NOT? 3. What guarantees exist that tenants in the affordable housing units will not be displaced after the "affordability period expires? IN MOST CASES WHEN IT COMES TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING, the public and taxpayer are being fooled into thinking their elected and appointed officials are solving problems, when in fact, all hey have done is "KICK THE CAN DOWN THE ROAD" to burden a future generation with the same problem or crisis!
Covenant House has signed an amicus brief opposing the criminalization of homelessness in Johnson v. Grants Pass, the most important case regarding homelessness in 40 years. We've joined more than 200 other experts to help argue that laws which punish people for simply sleeping outdoors with a pillow and a blanket are unconstitutional. Criminalizing homelessness is not a solution to the crisis — it will only make it harder for young people experiencing homelessness to find the support and stable housing they need. Covenant House works tirelessly to address the root causes of homelessness and will always oppose efforts to punish people for just trying to survive. To put it simply, homelessness is not a crime and housing is the solution. Read our press release at https://bit.ly/3U5riHu #EndYouthHomelessness #HousingNotHandcuffs #PovertyIsNotACrime #JohnsonVGrantsPass
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Learn more about homelessness in the UK with the shocking statistics below, and check out the article to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dQxGT5a6
🤝 Do you want to help those who are experiencing homelessness or who are a risk of losing their home? ✍️ We’re proud to announce we have signed Crisis’ Homelessness Covenant, pledging our commitment to help end homelessness through supportive employment practices. 💡 Take our lead and get involved! Employers who sign up to the Covenant will be able to better understand homelessness and recognise and support employees who may be at risk of it. 🧠 Learn more about homelessness in the UK with the shocking statistics in our infographic below, and check out our article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dQxGT5a6 #helpingforyourtomorrow #crisiscovenant
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Executive search professional in the Social Housing sector. Working as a Consultant at Berwick Partners.
An incredibly important piece this morning on Inside Housing from John Glenton. A quote that sticks with me is "As such, it is important for me to tell policymakers that after 35 years of working in the sector I’ve never known things to be so bad. Never." As John writes, it is imperative that the next government can provide sufficient and long term grant funding to support the building of more social and affordable homes. #SocialHousing #AffordableHomes
"We must not shy away from showing policymakers the truth of the homelessness crisis" - great piece from our executive director of care & support John Glenton. Depressing news this morning that 112,660 households were living in temporary accommodation at the end of last year. Within this number there were 145,800 homeless children living in temporary accommodation. "I understand why individual councils feel a genuine need to cut homelessness services. However, in the long run, this approach will be more expensive". "It is important for central government to understand that closing homelessness services is a false economy". "In the short-term, central government could act to protect funding for supported services in local authorities". https://lnkd.in/es_zHQDD
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In towns and cities across the country, rough-sleepers are a common sight on our streets. They are the visible evidence of the UK’s ever-present problem of homelessness. While in some parts of the UK, levels of rough-sleeping have stabilised, in others the figure has risen sharply. Official figures from the first part of 2024 show that rough sleeping increased in every region of England compared to the previous year. The largest increase in the number of people estimated to be sleeping rough is in London, where there were 1,132 people this year, compared to 858 people in 2022, an increase of 274 people or 32%. Housing First: making homelessness history is an insight paper that highlights what is known about the homelessness intervention strategy, Housing First, and discusses the costs and funding of such projects. You can download the full briefing here https://lnkd.in/eX7eT_NV #GrantFinder #HousingFunding #HousingFirst
Housing First: making homelessness history.
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Is tackling homelessness your top priority? Every day, rough sleepers are a stark reminder of the UK's ongoing homelessness crisis. The problem is growing, but there's hope. At #GrantFinder, we offer a wealth of funding opportunities to help address this urgent issue. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference. Contact me to arrange a Teams demonstration with Neil Stephens and discover the funding available to you. Let's work together to turn the tide on homelessness. #Funding #Homelessness #HousingFunding #HousingFirst
In towns and cities across the country, rough-sleepers are a common sight on our streets. They are the visible evidence of the UK’s ever-present problem of homelessness. While in some parts of the UK, levels of rough-sleeping have stabilised, in others the figure has risen sharply. Official figures from the first part of 2024 show that rough sleeping increased in every region of England compared to the previous year. The largest increase in the number of people estimated to be sleeping rough is in London, where there were 1,132 people this year, compared to 858 people in 2022, an increase of 274 people or 32%. Housing First: making homelessness history is an insight paper that highlights what is known about the homelessness intervention strategy, Housing First, and discusses the costs and funding of such projects. You can download the full briefing here https://lnkd.in/eX7eT_NV #GrantFinder #HousingFunding #HousingFirst
Housing First: making homelessness history.
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We are developing a new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy – and we want your feedback. It sets our plans for the next 5 years to stop people becoming homeless, and to try to end rough sleeping. All forms of homelessness have been rising rapidly in the UK. There has been a 32% increase in rough sleeping in London. Westminster has the highest numbers of rough sleepers in the city, largely due to its central London location connected to national transport hubs. We aim to dedicate more resources to prevention of homelessness – supporting those at risk of losing their homes. This strategy is shaped by the community with local services – with a focus on helping people earlier and building stronger support networks. Individuals with lived experience of homelessness have also worked with us to co-design this strategy. Read our proposals and have your say here 👇 https://lnkd.in/efhf_nQ3 #WorldHomelessDay #FairerHousing #Westminster
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Affordable Housing is necessary across all sectors.
In 2023, 32 communities across the country won significant funding from HUD to respond to unsheltered homelessness. A new Alliance report examines how communities will use these funds to expand their unsheltered homelessness response.
How Federal Funding Sparks Innovation on Unsheltered Homelessness
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The latest government figures on homelessness are deeply concerning and paint a bleak picture of the UK’s current housing crisis. In Jan-Mar 2024 86,520 more households approached their local council for homelessness assistance and were deemed eligible for support. This is the largest number since these records began. Other key figures revealed: • There were 117,450 households in temporary accommodation on 31 March 2024, a 12% increase from 31 March 2023 • Households in temporary accommodation with children increased by 15% to 74,530 • 17,750 households were placed in bed and breakfasts, this has increased by 30% on the same period last year. This included 5,550 households with children – a 44% rise from January to March 2023 These shocking figures highlight how urgent government action is needed to get a grip on the pressing situation and help those most in need. Read more here: https://ow.ly/o3fS50SYpKP #HomelessnessCrisis #UKHousing #TemporaryAccommodation #HomelessnessSupport
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❓Did you know Hampshire County Council are proposing cuts to homelessness support services? In 2022/23 these services supported over 900 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness ✳️homelessness is something that happens to you and there’s often multiple and complex reasons why someone may experience homelessness ✳️if these proposed cuts go ahead we would lose the funds to keep people safe and in supported accommodation 🗣️ How can you help? Your voice matters! Speak up against the proposed cuts that will impact Hampshire’s homelessness support services. Your input can make a difference to help safeguard the well-being of some of the most vulnerable members of our community. 📋Have your say now: https://ow.ly/pWMR50Qvjic Find out more about the proposed cuts: https://ow.ly/8u9x50Qvjib #HomelessnessSupport #SpeakUp #SupportLocal
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