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#Ad Almost 35% of cats and dogs across the 20 countries studied in the new State of Pet Homelessness Project are either living on the streets or currently in a shelter waiting to find a home. How can we change this? Read more. https://econ.st/42FHdPE
Shelter diversion is a crucial practice that helps prevent homelessness. Families who are facing a housing crisis only need to make a simple call to start the process. By diverting families from shelter and finding alternative solutions, we can keep families together and out of the shelter system. Let's work together to make shelter diversion a best practice across the country. #homelessnessprevention #shelterdiversion #housingcrisis
This vital funding will provide much-needed support and resources for those experiencing homelessness. Together, we're making a difference and building stronger, more resilient communities. Read more https://rb.gy/2n78vn #breakingnews #news #montana #bozeman #belgrade #bigsky #billings #property #keepingcurrentmatters #realestate #realestateproperty #foryou #gallatinrealestate #bozemanmt
It is hard not to feel dejected with the #SCOTUS #JohnsonVGrantsPass decision yesterday. But I am hopeful this will bring about more passionate advocacy, compassion from government leaders who know this is the wrong decision, and an opportunity to make some real progress in the fight to end homelessness. We can make instances of homelessness brief and non-recurring. We can help folks obtain and maintain safe, secure, and affordable housing. Homelessness is a policy failure. #housingforall #housingjustice
Today, #SCOTUS gave localities permission to punish unhoused community members simply for existing outdoors, even when there aren’t enough shelter beds available. Now, our leaders must truly lead, modeling meaningful solutions instead of cheap, cruel & unsustainable shortcuts that only obscure our problems at the expense of our most vulnerable neighbors. Homelessness is not a crime, it’s a policy choice. The only way to address homelessness is to house people and to keep people housed. #GrantsPassVJohnson
In a recent ruling that has sent shockwaves through our community, the Grants Pass court decision stands as a stark reminder of the potential long-term damage that can result from misguided legal actions. The decision to criminalize certain behaviors not only fails to address the root causes of complex social and health problems but also threatens to undo the hard-won progress made in reducing stigma, restoring dignity, and educating our society. By choosing punitive measures over compassionate and holistic solutions, the Grants Pass ruling risks perpetuating cycles of harm and exclusion that only serve to deepen existing social divides. Criminalization often exacerbates the very issues it seeks to address, pushing vulnerable individuals further into the margins of society and hindering their access to essential support systems and resources. Unfortunately, the fallout from this decision is not limited to the immediate impact on those directly affected by the ruling. It has the potential to erode the trust and collaboration built between local communities and justice systems. Prioritizing punishment over rehabilitation and support, we risk alienating those in need and further entrenching harmful stereotypes and biases. Let this ruling serve as a wake-up call to the dangers of short-sighted and punitive approaches to social issues. I stand firm in my commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable society, one that values the dignity and well-being of all its members. Two steps backwards doesn't mean I won't still take one step forward. #GrantsPassRuling
Today, #SCOTUS gave localities permission to punish unhoused community members simply for existing outdoors, even when there aren’t enough shelter beds available. Now, our leaders must truly lead, modeling meaningful solutions instead of cheap, cruel & unsustainable shortcuts that only obscure our problems at the expense of our most vulnerable neighbors. Homelessness is not a crime, it’s a policy choice. The only way to address homelessness is to house people and to keep people housed. #GrantsPassVJohnson
Civil Engineers need to be rallying against the oppression that is being placed on our unhoused communities. American engineers regularly apply their problem-solving skills to improving the human condition and quality of life. But when it comes to one of the most pressing social problems in the nation’s cities—our homeless population. The most visible examples of Civil Engineering are often ones that deprive these individuals of comfortable places to rest and sleep. These range from “no-sit benches” that you can only lean against to strategically placed rocks embedded in flat surfaces to the use of uncomfortable material to fences put up to block homeless encampments. Daily impediments reinforce what some unhoused people see as a callous attitude on the part of authorities and engineers who work under their lead.
Today, #SCOTUS gave localities permission to punish unhoused community members simply for existing outdoors, even when there aren’t enough shelter beds available. Now, our leaders must truly lead, modeling meaningful solutions instead of cheap, cruel & unsustainable shortcuts that only obscure our problems at the expense of our most vulnerable neighbors. Homelessness is not a crime, it’s a policy choice. The only way to address homelessness is to house people and to keep people housed. #GrantsPassVJohnson
Reflecting on the latest report by Dan Fumano, the decrease in tent count at Vancouver's Oppenheimer Park rises both immediate and long-term concern. The tents may be gone, but the crisis remains. Forcibly removing tents and sleeping bags ahead of a cold snap is inhumane, and a deplorable reminder of our flawed approach to homelessness. Decampments demand careful planning, connection to shelter and resources, and above all, compassion. #OppenheimerPark #VancouverHomelessness #CompassionateResponse https://lnkd.in/eeCJBeu4
Homelessness Humanitarian I Australian of the Year Finalist 2022 I Australian of the Year nominee 2024 I Founder of the “OG” Beddown
If like me you feel saddened, angry and frustrated seeing our people suffer and die through the current homelessness disaster unfolding across Australia then we need to come together and unite in solidarity through visible activism & advocacy on mass and as a collective together to show we want change from our governments. My vision and purpose has always been to activate empty and under-utilised spaces and provide shelter first principles that look to change and save the lives of the homeless - I have never deviated from this and I am still committed to that even though I am no longer associated with Beddown (FYI - there are still many people that think I am still with Beddown, just for the record, I am not). Having empty spaces and places like Pinkenba, Wellcamp and others as examples that could have an immediate impact to the lives of many yet homelessness still grows, people in tents, in cars, on the street, sofa surfing etc. and not to mention the loss of life. We need change and funding for the sector to enable them to activate and operate spaces as we can do in times of natural disasters and to give people the basic human rights whilst an adequate housing stock is created. We need to do better, we need to do more for our people. Who feels the same way as I do and who wants change? #activism #advocacy #homelessness #disaster #crisis #peopledying #shelterfirst #nooneleftoutside Image credit: Reddit / Paul Slater
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🔍 Navigating Emergency Shelters in Ireland 🏠 Homelessness is a growing issue, but there are resources available to help those in need. In my latest article, I explore the various types of emergency accommodation in Ireland and provide a comprehensive guide on how to access them. Whether it's homeless hostels, family hubs, or specialised shelters, support is out there. For those in need or those working to assist, knowing where to turn is crucial. Let's work together to ensure everyone has access to safe shelter. For more information on how to access emergency shelters and support services, please see the tables below with key contact details. #Homelessness #Ireland #EmergencyShelter #SocialImpact #EndHomelessness
🚫🏠 Attention Business Owners! Dealing with homeless encampments on your property after hours? We understand the challenge. Our hearts go out to those experiencing homelessness, but we also prioritize your safety and security. Let's work together to find compassionate solutions while ensuring your property remains a safe space for all. Reach out today to discuss proactive measures and support options. #CommunitySafety #CompassionateSolutions #BusinessOwners 🤝🏢
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Findings from a thematic analysis of focus groups with 44 people experiencing homelessness: "Almost all of the focus group participants had sought access to the shelter on one or more occasions. All focus group participants stated they would use the shelters if they were accessible, safe, and clean. Most participants asserted that the shelter lacked enough beds, did not provide needed services, and was unsafe and unsanitary. Negative experiences at the shelter also influenced their decisions, especially disrespectful or abusive treatment by shelter staff or the perception that the shelter's policies were unreasonable. They proposed better choices, such as camping sites or tiny houses." Time and time again, we see that people don't reject shelter simply because they prefer to be unhoused. That's why encampment bans are so ineffective and inhumane; access to safe and dignified accommodations largely doesn't exist in the first place.
