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Yesterday the 100 in 100 initiative was launched in Grand Rapids. “An effort to house 100 individuals who are experiencing homelessness in 100 days with an intentional focus on chronic homelessness.” So encouraging to see this private/public partnership. Homelessness is a community-wide problem, and the entire community needs to be part of the solution. Grand Rapids Chamber City of Grand Rapids Mel Trotter Ministries Degage Ministries DeVos Family Foundation Dwelling Place Frey Foundation Heart of West Michigan United Way - Let's recognize every person has having inherent dignity and value. - Let's be proximate to others who are different than us. - Let's engage others with a posture of humility. - Let's seek first to understand, then to be understood. https://lnkd.in/eedUNWJX

Age-appropriate and honest answers are the best way to approach tough topics. Learn how to talk to kids about tough topics like homelessness: https://lnkd.in/epKNXdVC #Resources

In communities across the globe, notably in Calgary, the challenge of homelessness impacts numerous lives, and one facet that is often overlooked is the experience of children in these situations. When families or parents experience homelessness, this means children, too, are experiencing homelessness. When supported with compassion and understanding, children in these situations demonstrate not just resilience but incredible strength and potential. We are exploring the unique experiences of children who face homelessness and emphasize the strengths-based approaches and inclusive, trauma-informed care strategies that can profoundly support their well-being, development, and educational success. Read our new blog post to learn more https://lnkd.in/gZ-RAsca #TraumaInformedCare

Supporting Homelessness Week: ADC’s Commitment to Change This Homelessness Week 2024, we want to shine a light on an issue that impacts over 120,000 Australians every night. While many of us take for granted having a roof over our heads, countless individuals and families face the harsh reality of homelessness, with nearly a quarter being children. At ADC, we believe in using our resources and influence to drive meaningful change. That’s why we are proud to partner with Homes for Homes and committing a portion of our development project revenue to combatting homelessness and delivering homes to those in need. Together, we are working to transform lives and create a future where everyone has a place to call home. We encourage you to join us in supporting this vital cause. Let’s spare a thought for those struggling and take action to change these statistics. Every effort counts, and together, we can make a difference. Adam Zorzi Roderick Hamersley Timothy Tjhung Nick King Cassandra Thompson #HW2024 #HomesforHomes #HomelessnessWeek #ADC #HomesForHomes #EndHomelessness #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference

Today we kicked off Homelessness Week - ‘Homelessness Action Now’ by hosting an internal Haven Home Safe event discussing the challenges, misunderstandings and successes of working to support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In addition to being awestruck by the incredible work of our staff a few key action themes emerged: 💙 We cannot do this alone. Often the best client outcomes are the result of formal and informal partnerships and community support to deliver outcomes. 💙 Advocacy makes a difference. Our councils, state and federal governments are listening to us. We heard examples of community support resulting in change such as local planning permits changing to support homeless families. It is up to each of us to shout from the rooftops about issues that impact the communities we live in and to raise issues with government bodies working to make a difference. 💙 The current system (without access to sufficient social housing) is causing more trauma and delaying outcomes. While we wait to build more homes, we need some flexibility in how we (and other services) deliver support to people with complex needs. Despite the challenges, the passion and dedication of our staff could not be clearer. We are so proud of the work our staff do and taking the time to reflect on this was a great way to start Homelessness Week. 

At TheCaseMade, we are big on practicing what we preach. This week, it's Dr. Tiffany Manuel's turn, in this great op-ed in her local paper. If you want the public to think differently about ending homelessness, you have to talk differently about ending homelessness. #reimaginehowjusticewins #thecasemade

In case you missed it, last week SBS World News ran a story on #YouthFoyers. Homelessness Australia’s Kate Colvin says: “When young people flee a violent home or end up in a situation where they’re homeless, sticking with education can be really difficult because they don’t have the family supports that other young people have.” That’s why we’re working with a consortium of 15+ organisations to call for investment in an additional 10, forty-unit Youth Foyers nationally, which provide young people with housing plus education, employment and life skills supports - all under one roof. We’re also strong supporters of the #HomeTime campaign for an additional 15,000 tenancies for young people and extra support services.   Thanks Alex Lipman, Brea Dorsett and Tyrah Chan-Hampton for speaking up about your experiences of homelessness and the difference living in a Youth Foyer made for you. Alexandra Jones Aimee Cavallaro Liz Cameron-Smith Homelessness Australia Emma Maiden Uniting Tracey Burton Shorna Moore #LifeSkills #EmpowermentThroughEducation #EmploymentOpportunities  #TransformingLives #BuildMoreFoyers #50FoyersBy2030

Everyone deserves a place to call home. It’s heartbreaking to think that so many people in our communities are struggling without shelter, safety, and a sense of stability. That’s why it’s so important to support efforts like the one in Lenexa to create a Homeless Services Center. This center would provide critical resources to those who need it most—offering not just a roof, but hope for a better tomorrow. Please take a moment to support the petition to persuade the Lenexa City Council to approve the Special Use Permit for this center. It could be a game-changer for so many lives. It takes just a few seconds to sign, and it could make all the difference. Imagine if it were you or someone you love. Everyone deserves dignity, and everyone deserves a place to call home. Let’s make sure no one is left behind. Your support matters! #EveryoneDeservesAHome #SupportTheHomeless #CommunityMatters #TakeAction #trusttheprocess https://lnkd.in/guw-_Ksg

Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day, a day that celebrates young peoples' resilience and an important day of advocacy. At STREAT, we’re privileged to work with young people, of which, 45% have past or present experience of homelessness. As a social enterprise, we put the profits from every cup of coffee you buy at our cafes into life-changing Youth Programs, run by our dedicated team. Be a part of the change, grab a STREAT coffee. Learn more on our website: buff.ly/3Jmzahy And this is our quote of the week from one young person who has been through our programs: "Don't make the same mistakes I did. Be more confident, inspire people to do something with their lives and help people realise there is life after homelessness." #yhmd2024 #youthhomelessnessmatters

“To make progress toward ending homelessness as we know it, we must close this revolving door and stop homelessness before it starts." ⭐ Did you know? Just this week, the US Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) adopted and released the first-ever federal framework on homelessness prevention. This framework outlines various methods of homelessness prevention, including prevention, diversion, and stabilization - all areas of Family Promise of Greater Wichita programming that seek to end family homelessness here in the our community! 👏👏You can support FPGW's prevention efforts (and have your impact DOUBLED right now!) by investing in these programs here: https://lnkd.in/gf99N-Yj 🧐You can read more about the USICH's framework here: https://lnkd.in/gUQ4f7Mf