Podcasts about housing insecurity

Retired Col. Sam Whitehurst found his purpose during his nearly 30 years in the Army. Whitehurst developed a passion for uplifting and developing the soldiers around him. That experience smoothed his civilian transition to his role at the Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services where he helps veterans and their families. Whitehurst discusses all this and more as the special guest on this week's Tango Alpha Lima podcast. SCUTTLEBUTT FDA Finally Bans Red Dye No.3 from Food, Drinks and Medicines in US–Following Cancer Link A trailblazing woman veteran: Linda A McDonald DuMoulin Horan Use Your Leadership Skills: Become a Mentor for a Veteran Special Guest: Sam Whitehurst.

The executive director of the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House shares what she sees every night at the shelter. Plus, highlights from the Sioux Falls Regional Homelessness Forum.

Heather Warlick highlights a growing trend of people feeling forced to move in their senior years. Keaton Ross talks about some notable criminal justice bills filed ahead of the upcoming legislative session. Jennifer Palmer covers the Ethics Commission's investigation into Superintendent Ryan Walters. Shaun Witt hosts.

How can churches be good neighbors to families experiencing housing insecurity? This week on 20 Minute Takes, Nikki talks with Edith Yoder. She's the CEO of Bridge of Hope, an organization that has equipped Christian faith communities to end and prevent homelessness since 1987. Edith shares stories of transformation and empowerment as churches have learned to extend meaningful relationships to their homeless neighbors.If you are interested in learning more about Bridge of Hope and how they might be able to partner with your church community, you can learn more here.Additionally, find you can find them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Youtube.20 Minute Takes is a production of Christians for Social ActionHost: Nikki Toyama-Szeto Edited & Produced by: David de LeonMusic: Andre Henry

Join us for our latest podcast episode, “Basic Needs and Needs Insecurity,” where we dive into the essentials of financial decisions using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs! From food and shelter to safety and belonging, we discuss how these foundational aspects impact your financial decisions and overall well-being. Show Notes: • 211 o Dial 211 or visit https://www.211.org/ to get connected with local community resources related to caregiving, mental health, and basic needs. • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) o Food Security in the U.S. https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-u-s/ o Household Food Security in the United States in 2022. https://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/pub-details/?pubid=104655 o Survey Questions Used by USDA To Assess Household Food Security. https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-u-s/measurement/#survey • Illinois Department of Human Services. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30357 • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) o Definitions of Housing Insecurity. https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/affordablehousing o Housing Choice Vouchers Fact Sheet (Section 8). https://www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8 • Illinois Housing Development Authority. Programs and Resources. https://www.ihda.org/

This week, Laurie Dean and Dan are joined by Christina Leakey who serves as the Executive Director of the Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity. Christina will talk about the challenges and efforts to reduce housing insecurity and share information about the Faith & Blue event on October 10th.

As we work to serve low-income communities, it's important to recognize that they often are dealing with many issues at once, and they often overlap. Jamie Olson from Feeding Texas joins this episode of A Little Louder to talk about their mission to eradicate hunger across the state, how food and housing insecurity are linked, and how we must endeavor to work across issues to serve low-income people.

Roy L Hales/ Cortes Currents - Cortes Island's most economically challenged residents appear to be facing another bleak winter this year.  Filipe Figueira, Coordinator of the Cortes Island Food Bank, explained, “We've definitely seen a huge rise in general economic distress over the last couple of years. I think that covers two key areas. One is food insecurity,  the other one is housing insecurity, which feeds into economic insecurity as well.”   “In terms of food insecurity, we all know  prices  have increased significantly over the last few years. I don't think the reported cost of living index truly reflects what's going on. I think everybody's experiencing  higher food costs, and that has an impact obviously.” “We are seen as a food insecure location. We don't have a lot of big stores which sell cheaper food. We don't have easy transport to places where food is a little cheaper. That puts us particularly at risk with food prices.”  “I did some research recently, and  the official cumulative food price rise over 10 years is about 48.7%. I think that's conservative. I think the real food prices that everybody experiences are much, much higher than that and certainly wages haven't increased that much over 10 years. They've probably declined in real terms.” “You can see evidence of this in the stores. There was recently a story about the dollar store in the US and I think in Canada as well. Their sales drop off in the last half of the month because low income people buy stuff from them, but by the end of the month they've run out of money.”  Cortes Currents: Have you seen an increase in the number of clients coming to the food bank?   Filipe Figueira: “Over the summer months we always see a bit of  a decline because people get seasonal work and they're able to grow their own food and that kind of thing.  We're expecting  this winter the numbers will rise again. We reached a peak of around 86 people per month in January of last year. We expect to go to those numbers again because the economic situation has increased and people don't really have the reserves to survive.” “We're seeing a lot more people in housing that's precarious. A lot of people live on boats, in shelters and in trailers that don't have proper  kitchen facilities, refrigeration, freezers, that kind of thing. So that makes it really challenging.”

In this episode David Schonfeld, MD, FAAP, offers strategies for talking to children and teens after the death of a loved one. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kristyn Pierce, MPH, about her longitudinal study on the effects of housing insecurity on adolescents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

This time on Code WACK! In honor of Mother's Day,  we're talking about how our dysfunctional health insurance system affects moms. How far did one mother go to ensure that her daughter – born extremely premature – got the critical care she needed?  How did our broken healthcare system push our guest, Rebecca Wood, to delay her own care for the sake of her daughter Charlie, with devastating consequences? How has Rebecca's life been transformed since she testified before Congress in 2019 about the impossible choices she faced? This is the first of two podcast episodes featuring Rebecca Wood.   Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!  

The annual Idaho Gives (https://www.idahogives.org) community non-profit fundraiser is upon us once again and in this episode we visit with Kevin Bailey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpbailey3/) of the Idaho Nonprofit Center (https://www.idahononprofits.org) who walks us through this year's event and how to get involved. In addition to Kevin, we've brought in spokespeople for two of the non-profits participating to spotlight just a sampling of the amazing causes taking place in our state: Scott Curtis, CEO of Idaho Youth Ranch (https://www.youthranch.org); and Bart Cochran, CEO of LEAP Housing (https://www.leaphousing.org). We learned so much about these great groups and are hoping to get each of them back on the podcast to dive deeper into the needs that are driving them to help our community. We encourage all of you to participate in Idaho Gives by visiting the website idahogives.org (https://www.idahogives.org), researching the over 600 participating non-profits, and making a donation. The event takes place Monday 4/29 through Thursday 5/2. And you can learn more about our other two guests at youthranch.org (https://www.youthranch.org) and leaphousing.org (https://www.leaphousing.org).

Franco Perez is an innovative entrepreneur and the driving force behind Franco Mobile Homes. Growing up in a family with unstable housing, Franco was determined to create affordable housing solutions in Silicon Valley and beyond. He discovered the potential of mobile home parks and has since built a successful business focused on helping families transition from renting to mobile home ownership. Franco's goal is to provide a stepping stone for families to achieve financial security and ultimately purchase their own homes.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of The Disruptive Successor Show, Jonathan Goldhill interviews Franco Perez, the founder of Franco Mobile Homes. Franco shares his personal journey from experiencing housing instability to becoming a pioneer in affordable housing solutions. He discusses the misconceptions and stigmas associated with mobile homes and highlights the benefits of mobile home ownership. Franco explains how his company is reimagining mobile homes and converting old trailers into luxurious, modern homes. He also addresses the housing crisis and the importance of providing affordable housing options for middle-class families. Franco's passion for helping others and his commitment to creating positive change in the housing industry shines through in this inspiring conversation.KEY TAKEAWAYSFranco Perez's personal experience with housing instability inspired him to create affordable housing solutions.Mobile homes offer a more affordable option for families looking to transition from renting to homeownership.Mobile homes provide the benefits of homeownership, including tax breaks, appreciation, and the ability to build equity.Franco Mobile Homes is focused on rebranding and destigmatizing mobile homes through education and showcasing the modern, luxurious options available.The company is expanding its reach to other metro areas and partnering with construction companies to provide affordable housing solutions nationwide.QUOTES"Mobile homes are a perfect stepping stone and a beautiful place for people to start their wealth-building journey.""Mobile homes provide a more flexible and affordable option for middle-class families to enter the housing market and build financial security.""Our goal is to enable people in other areas to build affordable housing solutions by sharing our blueprints and partnering with construction companies."Connect and learn more about Franco Perez.https://www.linkedin.com/in/francotv/http://franco.tv/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

The report states housing policies in D.C. need to prioritize Black women and birthing people.

Today's show focuses on a new housing report titled: Pull Together: Addressing Housing Insecurity in Newfoundland and Labrador. Host Adam Walsh speaks with the report's authors, as well as N.L. Housing Minister Fred Hutton

We recently spoke with housing researcher and consultant Hope Jamieson. They had prepared a report on housing insecurity in this province - with a focus on rural communities. What does housing insecurity and homelessness look like in smaller, rural communities in Newfoundland and Labrador, at what's being done to address the problem at the municipal level? Amy Coady is president of Municipalities NL and a councillor for the Town of Grand Falls Windsor, Jim Parsons is the mayor of the City of Corner Brook, and Cheryl Gardner is the Economic Development and Special Projects Co-ordinator for the Town of Fogo Island.

The City of Chicago shut down construction on a temporary shelter by the Orange Tent Project. You might recognize the group's bright orange tents across the city. Today on the podcast, we discuss why that shelter was shut down with Chicago Sun-Times reporter Sophie Sherry. We also dig into a WBEZ analysis detailing how nearly half of Chicagoans are paying over 30% of their income on rent and utilities with WBEZ sata projects editor Alden Loury. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Toby Bolton and Emma Dook join us to discuss the community housing project for LGBTIQ+ folk in Melbourne, The Harbour. We also hear from them about housing insecurity and homelessness broadly in Victoria today, and Thorne Harbour's Housing Plus program. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria at Thorne Harbour Health and in South Australia at SAMESH.

Headlines for January 23, 2024; From Freezing Cold to Housing Insecurity, Migrants Face Crisis in NYC, Chicago & Beyond; “Many of My Shows Have Been Canceled”: Chinese Artist Ai Weiwei on Israel, Gaza & Censorship; Marianne Williamson on Running for President, Challenging Biden & Calling for a Gaza Ceasefire

Headlines for January 23, 2024; From Freezing Cold to Housing Insecurity, Migrants Face Crisis in NYC, Chicago & Beyond; “Many of My Shows Have Been Canceled”: Chinese Artist Ai Weiwei on Israel, Gaza & Censorship; Marianne Williamson on Running for President, Challenging Biden & Calling for a Gaza Ceasefire

On today's show: From Freezing Cold to Housing Insecurity, Migrants Face Crisis in NYC, Chicago & Beyond “Many of My Shows Have Been Canceled”: Chinese Artist Ai Weiwei on Israel, Gaza & Censorship Marianne Williamson on Running for President, Challenging Biden & Calling for a Gaza Ceasefire   The post Democracy Now 6am – January 23, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

Jan 4th - How Housing Insecurity & Poverty Challenges Impact Wellness by VOCM

OSU's symposium on housing insecurity: https://www.richlandsource.com/2023/12/15/osu-holds-symposium-on-housing-insecurity/ Today – we're diving into a critical issue that often goes unnoticed: housing insecurity among college students.Support the show: https://www.sourcemembers.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Innovative new approaches and data-backed programs from both the public and private sectors show promise in finding solutions to homelessness and housing insecurity.

It's a housing show. Host Adam Walsh starts with a chat about efforts to expand cooperative housing in this province. Then he talks housing insecurity with a focus rural N.L. -- everything from housing supply, to demographics, geographic challenges and more.

Science and academia need diversity. Easier said than done because, for example, many students face housing insecurity, which keeps them from a focus on their studies. But that's something students are trying to change. I spoke with current and former students at UC Santa Cruz about this. In this episode you will hear from Abbi Cundall, Natalie Clifford, Emerald Waters, Zennon Ulyate-Crow and Nicolas Robles. (Art: J. Jackson, Music: Nonsense by Raw licensed from artist.io)

You'd probably guess that a major factor contributing to homelessness is a lack of money. Yet, very few programs provide unconditional and lump sum cash to unhoused individuals as a solution. There are a number of barriers that have impeded the broad implementation of this type of assistance, which include the lack of policymaker support and public mistrust in homeless people's ability to manage money. Our guest this week found that direct cash transfers actually result in net societal savings over time. Jiaying Zhao is an associate professor, Canada research chair and a Sauder distinguished scholar at the University of British Columbia. She co-authored “Unconditional cash transfers reduce homelessness,” which was published recently in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences journal. Zhao, who has personally experienced housing insecurity in the past, joins WITHpod to discuss the cognitive taxes of poverty, rethinking the homogenous narrative about who homeless people are, the most surprising findings from the study, intended policy changes and more.

Dwelling in temporary booths during the holiday of Sukkot reminds us of the Israelites wandering after their exodus from Egypt and inspires us to consider the vulnerability of housing insecurity. As we look towards a week of sitting in our own booths, Yehuda Kurtzer sits down with Hannah Lebovits, assistant professor of Public Affairs and Planning at the University of Texas, Arlington. Together they discuss some of the structures that prevent society from fully addressing housing insecurity, how we might approach solutions, and how Judaism can inform our perspective towards our unhoused neighbors.  JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR MORE HARTMAN IDEAS

Air Date 9/13/2023 This eye-opening episode will explore the complex web of colonialism, disaster capitalism, and climate change is ravaging Native Hawaiian communities. We explore how corporations and privatization going back to annexation have exacerbated wildfires, water scarcity and housing issues in Hawaii. We also discuss the role of tourism and its impact on local culture and resources and learn how community-led mutual aid efforts are offering a glimmer of hope for the unhoused and those struggling to reclaim their ancestral lands. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Transcript BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Clips and Shows + No Ads!) Join our Discord community! Related Episodes: #1401 That is a Texas-Sized Climate Disaster You Got There #1546 Exist, Resist, Indigenize, Decolonize: A story of colonialism, cultural renaissance and modernity SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: Plantation Disaster Capitalism: Native Hawaiians Organize to Stop Land & Water Grabs After Maui - Democracy Now! - Air Date 8-18-23 We speak with Hawaiian law professor Kapuaʻala Sproat about the conditions that made the fires more destructive and what's yet to come for residents looking to rebuild their lives. Ch. 2: Why Maui burned - Today, Explained - Air Date 8-15-23 Hawaii's landscape has been rapidly changing for the last 200 years thanks to plantations, tourism, and climate change. A reporter and climatologist explain how those factors fueled one of the worst wildfires in US history. Ch. 3: We are concerned for you. - Read Choi - Air Date 8-4-23 A skit imagining a discussion between an elite property owner and a Native Hawaiian Ch. 4: Disasters at every turn - Native America Calling - Air Date 8-28-23 Officials are still sorting out the human and financial toll of the unprecedented fire on Maui. Many Native Hawaiians remain missing, hundreds more sustained serious damage to their homes and businesses. Ch. 5: “We're Living the Climate Emergency”: Native Hawaiian Kaniela Ing on Fires, Colonialism & Banyan - Democracy Now! - Air Date 8-11-23 We speak with Kaniela Ing, national director of the Green New Deal Network and seventh-generation Kanaka Maoli, Native Hawaiian, about the impact of this week's devastating wildfires and their relationship to climate change. Ch. 6: As Fires Destroy Native Hawaiian Archive in Maui, Mutual Aid Efforts Are Launched to Help Lahaina - Democracy Now! - Air Date 8-11-23 In Lahaina, the area in west Maui that is of historical importance to Indigenous people, entire neighborhoods were wiped out by this week's historic wildfires, including the Na 'Aikane o Maui Cultural Center Ch. 7: Janine Jackson takes a quick look back at recent press coverage of the Maui fires and the climate crisis - CounterSpin - Air Date 8-25-23 Janine Jackson takes a quick look back at recent press coverage of the Maui fires and the climate crisis. Ch. 8: Wildfires - This is Democracy - Air Date 9-5-23 This week, Jeremi and Zachary are joined by guests Randy Denzer and Dr. Alison Alter to discuss the increasing incidence of wildfires in the United States and what efforts have been made to mitigate them. MEMBERS-ONLY BONUS CLIP(S) Ch. 9: Relationships, Money, and Maui Tourism - The Amanda Seales Show - Air Date 8-18-23 Is Tourism helpful to the Hawaiian Islands? Is the tourism industry a byproduct of the colonization of Hawaii? Ch. 10: How Native Hawaiians have been pushed out of Hawai'i - Bianca Graulau - Air Date 2-7-23 Native Hawaiians are struggling to afford to live on the land that was once stolen from their ancestors. FINAL COMMENTS Ch. 11: Final comments on the need for better systems to respond to predictable disasters MUSIC (Blue Dot Sessions)   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com

Taylor from Quincy joined us in The Good Vibe Tribe for Father Bill's in Quincy who is doing amazing things to help local people with housing issues!

Taylor from Quincy joined us in The Good Vibe Tribe for Father Bill's in Quincy who is doing amazing things to help local people with housing issues!

There are many things that Angelinos love about living in LA, but the cost of living – especially housing – is not one of them. Our sacred text is filled with passages encouraging people of faith to care for the poor, the widowed, and the orphan. As progressive Christians, we know that we ought to do something to address housing insecurity, but what exactly can we do? How might the theological principles of belonging help us advocate for affordable housing? This Sunday, housing rights attorney and affordable housing activist Ysabel Jurado will share the center with Alex Smith and Pastor Molly as they discuss belonging and housing insecurity. www.TheLoftLA.org

Evictions are a tale as old as time, and will continue as long as there are landlords and renters; but not every eviction is equal. In this episode, J.R. Jamison shares two stories from individuals who have faced eviction in different ways; the first from a man who has experienced homelessness due to job losses, and a judge who says that sometimes the landlords are right, and sometimes they're wrong. Later, he sits down with four experts who research and work on the front lines of eviction and housing insecurity every day. This episode is a companion piece to the book: Facing Eviction and Housing Insecurity in Dayton, Ohio. Photo Credit – Shantanu Suman Stories – A Place to Be, an anonymous story as told to A.B. Hiatt and performed by Carl Frost; From the Eyes of a Magistrate, an anonymous story as told to Christine Trotter and performed by Chandra Ford. Interview – Dr. Kathy Rowell of Sinclair Community College; Dr. Tim Thomas of the University of California–Berkeley; and Debra Lavey and Destiny Brown both at Advocates for Basic Legal Equality. The Facing Project Radio Show is made possible in part by Behavior Associates.

On Friday's show: There's no denying it's been absurdly hot this summer, but Houstonians are used to a decent amount of rain coming with that heat each summer -- the one silver lining to all the humidity we experience. However, the Bayou City is looking a little parched these days. So much so that the City of Houston has entered stage two of it's drought contingency plan. We learn what that means, take stock of the severity of the drought, and discuss the ways it's affecting our environment. Also this hour: As school starts across the region, a retired Houston kindergarten teacher and a school mental health expert offer advice on helping kids who are starting kindergarten for the first time (and their parents) adjust to the experience. Then, we discuss why a central Texas high school football team is not playing under Friday night lights this week and other intrigues in the news as we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And a new project called Not For Sale Real Estate from artist Jody Wood uses artwork based on Houstonians who are facing eviction to raise awareness of housing insecurity -- and to raise funds to keep those people in their homes.

JAMA Pediatrics Editors' Summary by Dimitri A. Christakis, MD, MPH, Editor in Chief, and Alison A. Galbraith, MD, MPH, Associate Editor, for the August 7, 2023, issue. Related Content: Short-Course Therapy for Urinary Tract Infections in Children Prospective Associations of Childhood Housing Insecurity With Anxiety and Depression Symptoms During Childhood and Adulthood

At least 53,000 people experienced homelessness in King County last year. And that number is on the rise. RadioActive's Hayden Yu Andersen talked with two people who are dedicated to addressing King County's homelessness crisis.Episode webpage: https://www.kuow.org/stories/how-two-people-are-addressing-seattle-s-homelessness-crisis[RadioActive Youth Media is KUOW's radio journalism and audio storytelling program for young people. This story was entirely youth-produced, from the writing to the audio editing.]

"We each have a role to play in ensuring that our communities are better and healthier. Let's all roll up our sleeves and jump in and get involved in some community organization." - Pamela Garmon JohnsonIn this enlightening episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, I speak with special guest, Pamela Garmon Johnson, National VP of Health Equity and Partnerships at the American Heart Association on the crucial topic of health equity and the significant role community to clinical linkages play in the quest for better health outcomes. The discussion dives into the reality of social determinants of health, exploring real-world challenges and innovative solutions that can make a positive difference in millions of lives. Through the lens of Pamela's experiences at the American Heart Association, listeners will gain an invaluable understanding of social navigation platforms and how these tools are driving change in the healthcare landscape.Show Notes: [01:00] Understanding the complex interplay between social determinants of health and access to healthcare services. [10:00] The concept of social navigation platforms as a bridge between clinical settings and communities. [15:00] The transformative power of community engagement in ensuring better health outcomes. [20:00] A discussion on housing insecurity and its impact on health. [25:00] Using data to drive health equity initiatives and influence investment decisions in communities. [28:00] An invitation to all listeners to get involved and help build healthier communities. About the Guest:Pamela Garmon Johnson is an innovative leader in the field of health equity. In her current role at the American Heart Association, she drives initiatives that bridge the gap between community needs and clinical services. Using technology and data-driven approaches, Pamela is at the forefront of creating transformative solutions that address housing, food, and lack of access to essential healthcare services. She is a passionate advocate for active community involvement and a believer in the power of collective action in transforming health outcomes.Connect with Pamela:LinkedInConnect with me:LinkedinInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterWebsiteLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: Apple ★ Support this podcast ★

This week we visit an eviction court as part of our series on housing.

The problem of housing insecurity and homelessness consumes the resources of many of the world's major cities. Homelessness undermines urban cultures, exacerbates social and health problems for those directly affected, and reduces the quality of life of city dwellers generally. Short of homelessness, many people experience the problem of home insecurity, in which they are forced by circumstances to move frequently, or when they cannot maintain or repair their housing. Today's guest talks with us about a non-governmental approach to housing insecurity. Efrat Altshul Schorr is a member of the board of an Israeli nonprofit organization, Tenufa Bakihila, which provides home repair and personal family advocacy to people who live on the edge. Efrat Altshul Schorr, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist who leads a multidisciplinary team of clinical researchers. She is also a successful entrepreneur. Efrat brings all of her skills and experiences to her leadership of the non-profit effort to relieve housing insecurity in Israel. Renee Garfinkel, Ph.D. is a psychologist, writer, Middle East television commentator and host of The New Books Network's Van Leer Jerusalem Series on Ideas. Write her at reneeg@vanleer.org.il. She's on Twitter @embracingwisdom. She blogs here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The problem of housing insecurity and homelessness consumes the resources of many of the world's major cities. Homelessness undermines urban cultures, exacerbates social and health problems for those directly affected, and reduces the quality of life of city dwellers generally. Short of homelessness, many people experience the problem of home insecurity, in which they are forced by circumstances to move frequently, or when they cannot maintain or repair their housing. Today's guest talks with us about a non-governmental approach to housing insecurity. Efrat Altshul Schorr is a member of the board of an Israeli nonprofit organization, Tenufa Bakihila, which provides home repair and personal family advocacy to people who live on the edge. Efrat Altshul Schorr, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist who leads a multidisciplinary team of clinical researchers. She is also a successful entrepreneur. Efrat brings all of her skills and experiences to her leadership of the non-profit effort to relieve housing insecurity in Israel. Renee Garfinkel, Ph.D. is a psychologist, writer, Middle East television commentator and host of The New Books Network's Van Leer Jerusalem Series on Ideas. Write her at reneeg@vanleer.org.il. She's on Twitter @embracingwisdom. She blogs here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/israel-studies

The problem of housing insecurity and homelessness consumes the resources of many of the world's major cities. Homelessness undermines urban cultures, exacerbates social and health problems for those directly affected, and reduces the quality of life of city dwellers generally. Short of homelessness, many people experience the problem of home insecurity, in which they are forced by circumstances to move frequently, or when they cannot maintain or repair their housing. Today's guest talks with us about a non-governmental approach to housing insecurity. Efrat Altshul Schorr is a member of the board of an Israeli nonprofit organization, Tenufa Bakihila, which provides home repair and personal family advocacy to people who live on the edge. Efrat Altshul Schorr, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist who leads a multidisciplinary team of clinical researchers. She is also a successful entrepreneur. Efrat brings all of her skills and experiences to her leadership of the non-profit effort to relieve housing insecurity in Israel. Renee Garfinkel, Ph.D. is a psychologist, writer, Middle East television commentator and host of The New Books Network's Van Leer Jerusalem Series on Ideas. Write her at reneeg@vanleer.org.il. She's on Twitter @embracingwisdom. She blogs here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

The problem of housing insecurity and homelessness consumes the resources of many of the world's major cities. Homelessness undermines urban cultures, exacerbates social and health problems for those directly affected, and reduces the quality of life of city dwellers generally. Short of homelessness, many people experience the problem of home insecurity, in which they are forced by circumstances to move frequently, or when they cannot maintain or repair their housing. Today's guest talks with us about a non-governmental approach to housing insecurity. Efrat Altshul Schorr is a member of the board of an Israeli nonprofit organization, Tenufa Bakihila, which provides home repair and personal family advocacy to people who live on the edge. Efrat Altshul Schorr, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist who leads a multidisciplinary team of clinical researchers. She is also a successful entrepreneur. Efrat brings all of her skills and experiences to her leadership of the non-profit effort to relieve housing insecurity in Israel. Renee Garfinkel, Ph.D. is a psychologist, writer, Middle East television commentator and host of The New Books Network's Van Leer Jerusalem Series on Ideas. Write her at reneeg@vanleer.org.il. She's on Twitter @embracingwisdom. She blogs here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

Being our authentic selves can be scary since many of us fear rejection—and for good reason. Family conflict and rejection is the main cause of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, and LGBTQ+ youth are 120% more likely to experience homelessness compared to non-LGBTQ+ youth.In this episode, we're discussing key drivers of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, system failures, and how we can support those struggling with housing instability.Additional Resources:What Do You Know About Homelessness and Housing Insecurity? Tell us.Homelessness in America 2023: Statistics, Analysis, & TrendsHomelessness Among LGBT Adults in the USLGBTIQ+ Homelessness: A Review of the Literature49. Let's Shatter the LGBTQ+ Wage Gap57. LGBTQ+ Alcoholism26. Gay & AnxiousHomelessness and HousingHomelessness and Housing Instability Among LGBTQ YouthTrue Colors UnitedAli Forney CenterSupport the show

Veronica is joined by Montlick Managing Attorney Alan Saltzman to discuss the unique challenges of representing unhoused clients in personal injury cases, and the importance of providing legal representation and protecting the legal rights of all people, regardless of housing status.Plus, two very special guests from the Atlanta Children's Shelter, a non-profit dedicated to helping families dealing with housing insecurity: Early Childhood Education Director Allison Griffith and Family Services Director Mellony Gaston. The purpose of this show is to provide general information about the law. Our guests will not provide any individualized legal advice. If you have a personal situation and need legal advice, contact us nationwide at 1-800-LAW-NEED for your free legal consultation with a Montlick attorney. Follow us on social @montlicklaw or visit lawyersinthehouse.com for more info, clips and tips.

Guests:Ana Rausch, Vice President of Program Operations at Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris CountyKimberley Richardson, therapistMaggie Sullivan, family nurse practitioner, Boston Health Care for the Homeless and instructor and human rights fellow, FXB Center, Harvard UniversityCredits:Host/producer: Anna Fisher-PinkertThe Better Off team: Kristen Dweck, Elizabeth Gunner, Pamela Reynoso, Stephanie Simon, and Ben WallaceAudio engineering and sound design: Kevin O'ConnellAdditional research: Kate Becker

Mary Haskett, Ph.D. is a professor in the Department of Psychology at North Carolina State University (NC State) where she directs the Family Studies lab. Her primary area of research is the causes and consequences of family distress on young children's social-emotional development. She also examines college student food and housing insecurity. Dr. Haskett co-founded the NC State Steering Committee on Student Food and Housing Security and led the development of a host home program for local college students. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association.Food and housing insecurity are impacting college and university students at increasingly high rates. According to a 2022 study from the Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice, 38% of students at a two-year college and 29% of students at a four-year college reported experiencing food insecurity in the last 30 days. In a 2022 report from the Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE), more than a quarter of respondents, approximately 27%, reported experiencing the inability to pay either rent or mortgage in full within the last year. While COVID-19 and the impacts of the pandemic played a role in heightened food and housing insecurity for college and university students, other factors contributed, such as rising costs across the country. While some federal, state, and local resources are available, food and housing insecurity are often overlooked, leaving institutions to take creative approaches to meet the needs of students.Learn more about CITI Program: https://about.citiprogram.org/

These are our stories, stories told by IKAR community members about how it feels to struggle with the high cost of affording a place to live. For some of us, housing instability was caused by the breakup of a relationship we had to leave, for others, because of an illness or disability, and for some, simply because the rents keep going up and pay is not keeping pace. We're telling these stories because we at IKAR are committed to working together for systemic change in our housing policy. Homes end homelessness, and homes are what we all need to feel a measure of safety and security.     We hope you'll feel inspired to share our stories with friends and we hope that you'll join us in our work for building more homes.

About This Episode:The current housing crisis for students cannot be ignored. A survey conducted in 2019 found on-campus that most students in California have experienced some type of housing insecurity with the highest risk being students from marginalized communities. The traditional on campus basic needs centers are not enough to help the students in this crisis and universities are now trying to adapt their programs to be able to further help students and keep them in college. In this episode, we speak with the executive director of the Center for Equitable Higher Education at CSU Long Beach about the current student housing crisis; a student who shares his real-life experiences with the struggle to find housing; and a former case manager who created the Crisis Assistance and Resource Education Support program at Sacramento State by using data and personal stories from students in need. Featured on This Episode:Rashida Crutchfield is an associate professor in the School of Social Work at California State University, Long Beach. She earned a Master of Social Work at the Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis and her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from CSULB.  She worked for the National Conference for Community and Justice in Long Beach and the American Civil Liberties Union of Eastern Missouri before serving on the Covenant House California staff. She is currently the executive director of the Center for Equitable Higher Education. Danielle Munoz is a licensed therapist and case manager who was working on Sacramento State's behavioral intervention team. She earned a bachelor's degree in sociology from UC Davis and a Master's of Marriage and Family therapy from CSU Sacramento.  Marissa Islas is one of the Basic Needs Housing and Education Coordinators at the UC San Diego Basic Needs Center. She earned a Bachelor in Global Health, Psychology Minor from The University of California, San Diego.  Kameo Quenga is a Basic Needs Housing & Education Coordinator at the UC San Diego Basic Needs Center. She earned a Bachelor of psychology from San Jose State University and her Master of Higher education and Student Affairs from the University of San Francisco. Resources for This Episode:Center for Equitable Higher EducationCalifornia State University, Long BeachUC San Diego Basic Needs CenterCSU Student Well-Being and Basic Needs

As Missoula's housing crisis worsens and the school year starts back up, new and returning UM students and staff face the tightest housing market Missoula has seen in memory. With a rental vacancy rate of .4% and construction taking away around 266 beds in the dorms since 2019, many people in and around campus face less-than-ideal living situations.  In this episode, Kaimin Cast editor Elinor Smith gets to the bottom of two questions: how did we get here, and what does that mean for you?  Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at  editor@montanakaimin.com  A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, University of Montana's independent, student-run newspaper. 

In this episode of Real Hope, host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Nicole Minyard, Founder and Executive Director at Daybreak Arts in Nashville, TN, to discuss how Daybreak Arts provides artistic, economic opportunities, and creative resources for those experiencing homelessness. As of today, they have served more than 100 artists and paid out more than $54,000 to artists experiencing housing insecurity. To learn more about Nicole's work at Daybreak Arts, or their mission, visit: https://www.daybreakarts.org The Real Hope podcast strives to center and elevate the conversation around homelessness, and our common human need for connection and hope. Support Nashville Rescue Mission:Donate: nashvillerescuemission.orgTwitter: @nashvillerescueInstagram: @nashvillerescueFacebook: facebook.com/nashvillerescuemission Follow Glenn Cranfield:Website: glenncranfield.comFacebook: facebook.com/revglenncranfieldTwitter: @glenncranfieldInstagram: @revglenn

ArchCity Defenders and Action St. Louis present the premiere collaborative podcast, "Under The Arch." Your hosts Blake Strode, Executive Director of ArchCity Defenders, and Kayla Reed, Director of Action St. Louis, explore the issues facing our community and the people working to transform them.This week, our hosts speak with former journalist and founder of Unhoused STL, Ramona Curtis, about the worsening condition of houselessness in St. Louis and how developing a community-based structure of social support can help keep our friends and neighbors off the streets. Join the conversation around this week's episode using #UnderTheArch and send us your feedback at underthearchpod@gmail.com. This week's Music Minute features the song "Broken Body” by Nathaniel Carrol & The Party Line. Stream more of their music on your favorite streaming platform and visit ncpartyline.com or follow @nc_partyline on Instagram for live concerts. Know a local artist who'd like to feature their song in our Music Minute segment? Email us with the subject "Music Minute”.