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When did we decide to commodify survival? Third world countries run by despots and dictators commodify survival! We can do better! Ask most encampment residents what they need and they will tell you: “I want to go home”! While we build enough affordable permanent housing; we need to build more interim/transitional housing that provides safety, dignity, and oppprtunities for self-sufficiency! This will move the needle for the majority of encampment residents. We will do better!

Uncover the hidden crisis: With financial burdens soaring, "the Singles Tax" puts single individuals at risk of homelessness. Dive into the shocking realities of the "singles tax," from housing challenges to emergency pitfalls: https://lnkd.in/et-gpN6e

The votes have been counted, and a new government has been elected. But our ask remains the same👇 #MakethistheConvo until everyone has a place to call home. As we welcome the new government, we would like to thank everyone who helped to make ending homelessness a key focus during this election period. We know that homelessness can be ended, and we see hope given to so many people each day. However, unfortunately we’re also seeing record numbers of people in crisis arriving at our door. In 21st-century Britain, it is simply unacceptable that anyone should have to sleep out on our streets. During the election campaign, we outlined the three areas that need to be delivered by whoever won the election, to end homelessness: https://lnkd.in/euvRf8Wc We look forward to working with the new government to bring about the change that is required to achieve our vision of a society where everyone has a place to call home. What we ask from you is simple, continue this important conversation💬 #EndingHomelessness #EmergencyOnOurStreets

Evictions threaten many Canadian households, especially low-income families. The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness #EvictionPrevention training offers insights into eviction processes, landlord-tenant laws, and resources for at-risk households. Learn more here: bit.ly/4g74CzN

The key thing coming from the Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference is the desperate need for collective efforts in tackling the housing crisis. That it's only through partnership working across public and private sectors with crucial financial support and backing from the government that we can really achieve the housing targets and reduce the increasing experiences of homelessness 🏡 #liberaldemocrats #libdems

5 Tips to writing an impactful letter to Congress by Catholic Relief Services: 1. Credential Yourself -Identify yourself as a constituent -List the organization that you represent or are a member of. 2. Keep it Short -Limit your letter to 1 page (if possible). -What do you want them to do? 3. Be Yourself -Why does this issue matter to you? -Have you traveled or met someone impacted by this issue? (Include a personal story (makes your letter more compelling & stand out.) 4. Ask -What do you want your legislator to do? -Be clear and specific; (i.e.“Vote yes in support of bill [name and number of bill].”) 5. House Keeping -Use the appropriate address and salutation. -Be polite. People respond better to positive communication. -Write legibly if writing your letter by hand. -Proofread your letter for typos & other mistakes. -According to Capitol Hill's security protocols, you'll need to send your letter to the district office which can be found on their websites. Or the general sites of the House and Senate: house.gov/ or senate.gov/ #community #speakup #congress

Tiny Homes, Big Results: Why Are Politicians Ignoring Affordable Housing Solutions? Tiny home villages have proven their worth in tackling the affordable housing crisis, offering a practical and innovative solution for homeless veterans, seniors, students, the working poor, and the homeless. So why are politicians still ignoring this effective approach? #TinyHomes #AffordableHousing #HousingCrisis #InnovativeSolutions #CommunityLiving #HousingForAll #PoliticalChange #TinyHomeVillages #HomelessnessSolutions #SustainableLiving

Why should we all care about ending homelessness? We asked this question to our incredible volunteers and supporters such as Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù and Will Poulter. A future free from homelessness is possible but we need politicians to step up. How can we do this? Sign our letter telling political leaders they must commit to ending all forms of homelessness, ahead of the next election. https://bit.ly/48xMOJ0

Legislation plays a crucial role in shaping homelessness services. Join us as we delve into key legislative changes affecting homelessness support at our summer conference – from supported housing regs to OFSTED. https://lnkd.in/ggR9jFX9

Last week's blog looked at what you can do if you suspect someone is facing homelessness. You might be thinking, what do you mean ‘suspect’ someone is facing homelessness? Surely it would be obvious 🤷♀️ Well, that’s not always the case. Not everybody in this situation is sleeping rough. Some people are living in uncertain temporary accommodation placements or sofa surfing, whilst others have faced trauma that’s left them fearful of seeking support. The hidden homeless. I recently came across this article - what an inspiring story. It demonstrates perfectly the complex nature of homelessness and, more importantly, the fact that every person dealing with it has their own story and experience. Contrary to the stereotypes and assumptions that society often makes, many people facing homelessness are also struggling to stay in employment or education. It’s about as far removed from an easy existence as you can get. As Mr Milligan says in the article: "Most of your energy and time is put into trying to stay dry, trying to stay warm, fed, clean, not getting your stuff stolen, all of that, and by the time you've managed to do all of that, you've very little time and energy to do other things." Have a read, and if you’d like to help us make a difference, get in touch to see how you can get involved. #SimonsBigSleepOut #Stereotypes #Homelessness _____________________________________________ Register now for Simon’s Big Sleep Out https://lnkd.in/eVNnYTJh