Homeless Services Network of Central Florida’s Post

If you're feeling overwhelmed with all of the information on zoning and affordable housing, I'd highly recommend checking out this podcast episode! Inam Teja sheds light on not only the need for affordable housing but also the benefits of living in communities with homes for all. #yyc #affordablehousing #zoning

【Disrupting Spaces: Homelessness and Political Agency in Venice, California】 Full article: https://lnkd.in/g4ANQ6_a (Authored by Mary Louisa Cappelli, from Nevada State College, USA.) Homelessness has transformed into a multifaceted issue and reflects complex socioeconomic challenges. This case study examines the public display of #homelessness and daily social encounters with encampments in Venice, California, and analyzes the social articulation of resistance, #agency, and performance of homeless individuals using photographic images, highlighting how unhoused individuals exercise personal and political agency by occupying and transforming public spaces, challenging traditional notions of community and space. #Poverty #Spectacle #Politics #Performativity

in addition to hud's recent report to congress on the state of u.s. homelessness, here is a helpful graph i made to illustrate state x place trends:

Finally, Marcella Stakem, SVP Research and Policy Officer gives an overview of the experiences of SVP supporting people living in homelessness. She also outlines why more resources are needed to address long waiting lists for children with additional needs. A survey of 405 members in May found that over half had received a request for help with the cost of private assessments. #inclusivebudget #endpoverty #budget2025

Housing First is the key to solving homelessness - but for those cities with expensive housing they need to solve the supply problem to solve the Housing problem. Cities must remove supply barriers for all supply and incentivize the type of housing they need (ie: capital “A” Affordable and mixed income) then allow the private market to go to work (usually in public private partnerships)

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In the latest installment of our "Evidence Matters" series, we delve into the power of learning from unexpected results. Join us on May 23 as we discuss the findings of a multi-year randomized controlled trial on preventing homelessness. Read more about the event and register here: https://bit.ly/3V7ASKu #PovertyResearch #CommunityOutcomes #HomelessnessPrevention #LEO #KingCounty #EvidenceMatters #AcademicResearch

Learn how we contribute to a more equitable and effective homelessness response system and serve as the lead agency for the Sacramento City and County Continuum of Care by reading our 2021–2023 impact and achievements report at bit.ly/SSFimpact

Sixty years ago today, Step Forward—then known as the Council for Economic Opportunities in Greater Cleveland—was incorporated. Established as the state’s designated anti-poverty agency for Cuyahoga County in response to President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty, Step Forward has been entrusted with leading the fight against poverty in our community. While much has changed over the past six decades, one thing remains constant: our unwavering commitment to helping individuals and families address immediate needs and build long-term skills to transform their lives. From our earliest programs, like Head Start, to our current offerings like adult skills training, and other supportive services, we have quietly and steadfastly opened our doors to help low-income individuals and families in Cuyahoga County take steps toward brighter futures. As times and needs evolve, we continue to stand by you—our neighbors, partners, and friends— to transform lives and strengthen Cuyahoga County, one individual, one family, one step at a time. #60YearsOfStepForward #60YearsOfService

Be A Love Warrior! Marginalized communities are more likely to experience poverty, lack of affordable housing, and discrimination in the housing market, pushing them into homelessness at higher rates. Addressing the root causes of racial disparities in homelessness requires that we embrace solutions that center Radical Love. The Supreme Court decision will lead to further stigmatization and violence on our unhoused neighbors. Embracing and protecting Radical Love is imperative. Be A Love Warrior! https://lnkd.in/gqCH4Kh4