Podcasts about Youth homelessness

On Tuesday's show: Information from ERCOT shows there are some hot spots in Texas where more large data centers want to open and join the state's power grid. We take a closer look at Houston Chronicle reporting on that story and find out where many of these new data centers hope to be.Also this hour: We consider the factors that lead to youth homelessness in Greater Houston and how to address the problem.Then, we revisit a conversation about the challenges of teaching civics in schools amid our polarized political climate.And we chat with organizers of the Sin Muros festival, which features readings, workshops, and celebrations by and for Latino playwrights, poets, and performers.Watch

Our next guests on air are friends of the show Georgie Purcell and Josh Burns. Georgie has recently been in the press for  helping the hamlet of Elphinstone end plans to start a puppy farm in the area. An application for a proposed dog breeding facility in Elphinstone in Central Victoria has been withdrawn following lobbying from residents and animal activists. The puppy farm had planned to operate 24 hours a day and house up to 150 dogs including corgis, golden retrievers and Cavalier King Charles spaniels. The application for the facility, lodged with Mount Alexander Shire Council in April, stated it “mandates scheduled caesarean sections at specialised veterinary clinics”. Animal Justice MP and Member for Northern Victoria Georgie Purcell said it would have been an “extraordinary” first. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-04/breeder-withdraws-plan-for-controversial-puppy-farm/106753744 Youth Housing Josh was on air today to discuss the Federal Government’s Youth Housing crisis campaign. This budget will deliver nearly $60 million over four years to directly address the youth housing penalty, providing thousands of young Australians access secure housing, helping to reduce youth homelessness. The Federal Government will invest $59.4 million over four years from 2026-27 for community housing providers (CHPs) to help house young people at risk of housing insecurity and homelessness. The new Youth Housing Supplement will provide funding to community housing providers (CHPs) that house eligible young people receiving Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY. Funding will help offset the lower rental income associated with housing young people on lower-rate income support payments, making it easier for providers to offer homes to vulnerable young Australians. The measure is expected to support: 2,325 young people from 1 January 2027 2,500 young people in 2027-28 4,000 young people in 2028-29 4,355 young people in 2029-30 Funding profile ($m) 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 Total 6.0 12.0 19.2 22.3 59.4   Why does this matter? Young people are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness in Australia, with 19 to 24-year-olds experiencing the highest homelessness rate of any age cohort. At the same time, many young people face a structural barrier accessing community housing. Most community housing providers charge income-based rents, typically around 25 per cent of a tenant's income plus Commonwealth Rent Assistance (CRA. Because Youth Allowance and ABSTUDY are significantly lower than payments such as JobSeeker, the Disability Support Pension and the Age Pension, providers receive substantially less rental income from housing young people. In some cases, providers receive up to 54 per cent less rental revenue from a young tenant compared with an older tenant on the Age Pension or Disability Support Pension. Sector organisations have argued this creates a “youth housing penalty” where young people can unintentionally become harder to house within the current funding model, despite often having high levels of vulnerability and support needs. Young people are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness in Australia: Nearly 40 per cent of people presenting alone to homelessness services are under 25. Thousands of young people are turned away from homelessness services each year because support is full. Many cycle between couch surfing, crisis accommodation, unsafe housing and rough sleeping. Housing and homelessness organisations have argued for years that the current system creates a structural disincentive to house young people. The Youth Housing Supplement directly responds to this issue by helping providers absorb the revenue gap and create more pathways into stable housing. The Home Time campaign, the measure responds to extensive advocacy from the Home Time campaign, a national alliance supported by more than 170 housing, homelessness and social welfare organisations across Australia. Home Time has campaigned for reforms that recognise the unique drivers of youth homelessness and create long-term housing pathways for young people, rather than relying solely on crisis accommodation and emergency responses. The proposal also responds to recommendations from the Economic Inclusion Advisory Committee, which identified a youth housing supplement as a targeted way to reduce youth homelessness. Atlas spent a decade moving in and out of homelessness as a young person. During that time, he saw many other young people fall through the cracks, including peers who lost their lives while homeless. He says stable housing can fundamentally change the trajectory of a young person's life. “This Youth Housing Supplement is an incredible investment from the federal government into on the ground action that will make it easier for young people to get out of homelessness and find safety.” “I was in and out of homelessness for 10 years, and in those years, I saw too many people lose their lives. Kids who died on the streets, kids who never truly had a chance to find anything else. Investments like this one will save lives.” Atlas says the measure gives hope to young people who have become accustomed to falling through the cracks. “I can't fully articulate what this supplement means for the young people who are currently experiencing homelessness.” “This subsidy is just the first step of many in the changes we need to make to create a truly equitable system but for the first time in a long time there is hope.” “Helping more people into homes is a big focus of this Budget.” “Right now, it's too hard for too many Australians to get into their own home and get ahead and that's why we're building more homes, fast-tracking approvals, and helping thousands of young people to pay the rent.” Treasurer Jim Chalmers “When a young person has a safe place to live, everything else becomes more possible – education, health, and stable employment.” “This investment is about unlocking safe and secure housing for vulnerable young Australians so they have the solid foundation they need to build strong, secure and independent lives.” Minister for Social Services Tanya Plibersek “The fact that young Australians are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness should stop us in our tracks, and that's why this government is acting.” “Getting a roof over your head can change the course of a young person's life, bringing stability, safety and the chance to build a future.” =Minister for Housing Clare O'Neil The post Sat, 6th June, 2026: Georgie Purcell, Animal Justice Party: Puppy Farms & Josh Burns, ALP, Macnamara; Youth Homelessness Campaign. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Lost-n-Found Youth - an Atlanta-based organization working to take LGBTQIA+ young adults off the streets, provide them shelter and guidance to find their way to sustainability, is guided by executive director Melanea Alvarez, who joined me today to share the organization's backstory, and give a thorough audio tour of all the organization - known in thrifting circles for its popular thrift store - does for unhoused LGBTQIA+ youth. We also discuss the challenges an organization like LnFY faces in less-than-ideal political circumstances. GIVE TO LNFYVOLUNTEER WITH LNFY

Youth homelessness often begins long before a young person is on the street. In this episode of #CanadianPodcast with Zak, Krystyna Lloyd shares her journey of leaving an unsafe home at 16, surviving hidden homelessness, and transforming trauma into purpose through mentorship, community, and hope.As CEO of Safe Haven Foundation in #Calgary, Krystyna reveals the warning signs of survival mode, why early support matters, and how prevention, safe housing, and meaningful connection can help young women rebuild their lives before crisis becomes permanent.Listen to hear Krystyna's perspective on how trauma can become resilience, how community support can change a young person's future, and why believing in youth early can help end homelessness before it starts.Thank you for watching. If Krystyna's story inspired you, please like this episode, subscribe for more conversations like this, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.

Ending Youth Homelessness in Nevada by Cheri Hill

Dianne Underwood, CEO of Home Base Tasmania, joins Kaz and Tubes for Youth Homelessness Matters Day, highlighting the need for more support for young Tasmanians facing homelessness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Gow from the Salvation Army joined Josh to talk about the sleep-out event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quad Cities advocate Royce Wright gets real about youth mental health, the homelessness crisis, and what it means to show up consistently for kids and communities that the system keeps overlooking.SHOW NOTES:Some of the most important public health work doesn't happen in clinics or conference rooms. It happens on street corners, in shelters, and in honest conversations with kids who just need somebody to show up.This week on The Healthy Project Podcast, Corey Dion Lewis sits down with his cousin Royce Wright — a community advocate based in the Quad Cities who has built a reputation for doing exactly that. Royce works with at-risk youth navigating mental health challenges, behavioral issues, and identity crises, while simultaneously raising his voice about the growing homelessness crisis in his community. His approach is rooted in lived experience, patience, and an unshakeable belief that trust is the foundation of everything.In this conversation, Royce shares what it's really like to work with kids who are struggling, why the family unit matters just as much as the child, and how a chance encounter while filming a TikTok video led to a viral moment — and a GoFundMe — aimed at opening emergency overflow shelters and youth spaces across the Quad Cities.What We Cover:Youth Mental Health & AdvocacyWhy are so many at-risk kids caught in an identity crisis and performing toughness they don't actually feelHow adverse childhood trauma shapes behavior — and why patience is the most underrated tool in youth workWhat it means to be authentic with young people who can read you in secondsThe importance of modeling behavior, not just preaching itHow to advocate for youth mental health even if you're not on the frontlineHomelessness in the Quad CitiesHow policy changes around shelter placement have pushed the unhoused out of safe spacesWhy people become homeless faster than most of us realize — and why warm weather doesn't solve the problemThe viral TikTok moment where Royce connected with a young man who had just become homeless and didn't even know a local shelter was openWhy abandoned buildings in the Quad Cities are at the center of this conversationRoyce's Mission & How You Can HelpHow Royce went from passing out coats from his storage unit to becoming a community voiceThe GoFundMe campaign: Creating Safe Spaces for the Unhoused and At-Risk YouthA $100,000 goal to fund emergency overflow shelters and additional youth spaces in the Quad CitiesResources & Links:

An ambitious national program to address homelessness among youth is showing remarkable success.

Youth homelessness in Singapore is a growing but often hidden crisis, affecting young people under 35 who struggle with family conflict, mental health challenges, and financial instability. Many move between friends’ homes, temporary shelters, and the streets, keeping their situations secret out of shame or fear of judgment. And behind the statistics are real stories of isolation, resilience, and survival - youths who feel misunderstood by peers and adults alike, navigating a society where housing policies and social support systems don’t always meet their needs. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to George Wong, Assistant Professor of Sociology at SMU, to unpack why youths in Singapore are experiencing homelessness and how family conflict, mental health challenges, and gaps in social support shape their struggles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young people are living on the streets and sleeping in cars, and an Auckland support service says it's getting worse. Kick Back has put out its first State of the Street report and says it's an SOS to the government and the community. Kim Baker Wilson reports. 

Catholic leaders are speaking out against immigration enforcement in President Donald Trump’s second term. One Chicago priest’s protest strategy? Walking from Pope Leo’s childhood home in Illinois, through Pennsylvania, on his way to Ellis Island in New York. A resolution approved by the state House designates this week as "Pennsylvania Education for Youth Experiencing Homelessness Week." State Rep. Ismail Smith Wade-El of Lancaster County is a co-sponsor of the resolution. Also in Harrisburg, state lawmakers are investing in childcare. This year’s state budget includes a $25 million fund for childcare workers. There's positive news in Pennsylvania's latest education assessments. The scores show improvements in math proficiency and graduation rates. A new White House initiative is aimed at reshaping how young people transition out of foster care. Pennsylvania experts share their reactions. A new study finds higher rates of skin cancer across central Pennsylvania's "farm belt" including Dauphin, Cumberland and York counties. Internal probes uncovered errors in chemo treatment and toxic leadership by Penn State's cancer chief. That's according to reporting - bringing those probes to light - by our partners at Spotlight PA. Pennsylvania and its county and local governments are on track to spend nearly all of the $13 billion received in federal pandemic relief funding by the end of 2026. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reggie's Sleepout helps participants understand what it means to be without shelter on a cold fall night. Later in the show, remembering the man behind University of Northern Iowa's legendary "marathon class."

Today is World Homeless Day – where organisations around the globe shed light on the issue. Right now, more than 2% of New Zealanders are without a home. Stats NZ figures show more than 112,000 people are now severely housing deprived across New Zealand. In Auckland, there’s been a 53 per cent increase in rough sleeping since late last year. Manaaki Rangitahi aims to end youth homelessness in Aotearoa New Zealand. CEO Bianca Johanson is with us today on The Front Page, to discuss how – as a country – we can make this happen. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sally and Macca are joined live in the studio by Elvis Martin, Melbourne City Mission, Reducing Youth Homelessness Elvis Martin is a dedicated community leader and advocate with over a... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 4th, October, 2025: Elvis Martin, Melbourne City Mission, Reducing Youth Homelessness appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

It can feel jarring: high-end fashion on the runway, with a stated focus of helping children who can't afford clothes. The founders of Rochester Fashion Week say they want to bring the best of fashion to the Flower City, while centering the needs of the most vulnerable.Youth homelessness is rising in the United States, with a dramatic increase in the past twenty years. Our guests will discuss the crisis and the events coming up.In studio: Mark Cuminale, assistant director of counseling and RHY services at the Center for Youth Elaine Spaull, executive director of the Center for Youth Je'Nasia Harrell, youth leader at the Center for Youth Myles Moses, youth leader at the Center for Youth To hear more conversations about Fashion Week Rochester and the Center for Youth through the years, visit our archive.---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Homelessness is getting worse, and it's hitting young people hardest Guest: Deb Lester, CEO of Covenant House Weekly Cecchini Check-In Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News How to make your apology more meaningful? Guest: Shiri Lev-Ari, Cognitive psychologist studying language and (real life) social networks, Royal Holloway University of London Metro Vancouver wants more water metering! Guest: linda parkinson, metro vancouver's director for policy, planning and analysis Daniel Fontaine Announces Run for Mayor Guest: Daniel Fontaine, New West City Councillor and Mayoral candidate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textThis conversation delves into the pressing issue of youth homelessness in Las Vegas, highlighting the work of Project 150, an organization dedicated to supporting homeless, displaced, and disadvantaged high school students. The discussion covers the challenges these students face, the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty, and the various programs offered by Project 150 to assist them. The guests emphasize the need for community involvement and support to help these students succeed and encourage listeners to take action.Project 150 | BEST Las Vegas Nonprofit organizationProject 150 Brady Caipa Volunteer Center and Administrative Office3600 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130(702) 721-7150Mon – Fri 9am to 6pmBetty's Boutique, TWO locations in Las Vegas!3600 N. Rancho Dr. AND 2605 E. Flamingo Rd. Mon - Fri 1:00pm to 6:00pm (Excluding holidays)(Free to high school students with student ID)00:00Introduction to Youth Homelessness in Las Vegas01:28The Mission of Project 15004:51Understanding the Challenges of Homeless Students07:45Invisible Struggles Faced by Homeless Teens11:18Core Programs of Project 15016:14Community Involvement and Support20:54Final Thoughts and Call to ActionSubscribe to Visit Vegas Places with Coyal Never miss an episode again!Plus get behind the scenes coverage with business owners and chefs.Want to elevate your content and lifestyle? Shop the same creator tools, fashion, and home goods I trust for great results. Find all my favorites at the link in the description. Click here to find creator and podcast equipment on AmazonShow music composed by: Dae One Visit Vegas Places with Coyal. Real Vegas, Real Topics, Real Business with Real Owners. Covering topics on economics, entrepreneurship, health, well-being and FOOD! Thank You for tuning in and make sure to VISIT VEGAS PLACES!Follow our social media platforms:https://www.instagram.com/visitvegasplaces/https://www.youtube.com/c/CoyalHarrisonIIISupport the show

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Join us in this episode of "Flourishing Forward" as we explore the inspiring journey of Wildflyer Coffee, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering youth who have experienced homelessness. You might remember them from our partnership during Fabric's annual Chili Cook-off last year! Discover how Carley Kammerer and her team are creating opportunities for growth and dignity through employment, breaking the cycle of homelessness, and fostering a sense of community. Don't miss this heartwarming conversation about innovation, resilience, and the power of coffee to change lives. Links: Wildflyer Coffee "Make the Switch" to a Jolt subscription here Learn more about Fabric here Invest in "Church, for the rest of us" by making a financial gift today! #FlourishingForward #WildflyerCoffee #YouthEmpowerment #FabricMpls #ChurchForTheRestOfUs #community #support #podcast #reconstructingfaith #deconstructingchristianity #progressivechristianity

Youth homelessness advocates are calling for more to be done to help vulnerable young people who don't have safe, stable accommodation. 

Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines//Responses to Labor gov's plans to recognise the state of PalestineGaza and West Bank updateVictoria's proposed anti-protest laws to be scaled backEnvironment groups condemn Vic gov's decision to invite applications for two new petroleum exploration licences in Gippsland and the OtwaysVictoria recorded its highest number of fatal drug overdoses in a decade in 2024Inez read martyred Gazan Journalist Anas Al-Sharif final message, translated into English. Read the full message here.//Take action to support Gaza today via Gaza Mutual Aid Collective & The Sameer Project.// Shorna Moore - Melbourne City Mission//Please note that the following segement briefly discusses themes such as family violence, suicide, and systemic violence for young people. If this is distressing, you can get support through Kids Helpline 24/7 on 1800 55 1800 and Suicide Call Back Service 24/7 on 1300 659 467.// Shorna Moore, Head of Policy, Advocacy and Government Relations at Melbourne City Mission (MCM) joined Inez yesterday to discuss MCM's and Social Ventures Australia 2025 Victorian Youth Homelessness Snapshot which paints a stark picture of the deep and intersecting challenges faced by young people experiencing homelessness in Victoria. The snapshots reveal that most young Victorians are losing their homes due to family violence (83%), and many before the age of 16 (31%), with many marginalised demographics overrepresented. We discuss the importance of the snapshot, the Home Time Coalition, and where to from here. If you're looking for support, check out Ask Izzy for local service providers. // Hank - Public Housing Resident// On Monday 4th of August, Hank, a public housing tenant, locked himself to a drill taking samples for demolition at Flemington public housing estate. Hank successfully delayed works for over two hours, and was supported by a community picket to save the 44 housing towers scheduled for demolition. Flemington residents have been told that they must leave their homes by the end of September. Public housing tenants and advocates are urgently calling on the Victorian Government to halt demolition immediately. Find out more about how to get involved in one of the most important local fights by visiting https://linktr.ee/savepublichousing. You can show your support and sign the petition to save public housing by going to https://chuffed.org/project/save-public-housing.// Tom Studans - Unlawful Welfare Debt Recalculations// We replayed Monday Breakfast's segment where Rob spoke to welfare rights activist Tom Studans about the Federal Court case Chaplin V Secretary. The court ruled that the Federal Government will need to recalculate over four-billion dollars worth of debts issued using a method known as ‘income apportionment' which was in use from the early 90's until 2020. In this conversation, Tom Studans unpacks the history of ‘income apportionment' debt calculations, and its legislative overlaps with Robodebt. Catch the rest of the interview and more from 3cr.org.au/monday-breakfast, tune in live Mondays from 7am - 8:30am on 3CR 855AM.// Elijah McDonald & Rosie Kalina - Blaktasia Game// Lastly, Elijah McDonald (Noongar, Pitta Pitta, Yamatji) Tech Artist, Junior Programmer and Rosie Kalina (Wemba Wemba, Gundjitmara) Art and Culture Producer from Blaktasia, this continent's first ever Aboriginal mobile game, joined us in the studio to discuss the making of the game, art, inspiration, and the everyday work it takes make a game by Mob for Mob, where you restore the bush & defeat the corrupting force of The Murk.//Elijah is a multi-award winning, highly creative multi-disciplinary creative technologist with specialisations in programming, human-computer interaction, digital 3D animation and technical art (SFX). Rosie is a multidisciplinary Artist and Producer, specialising in Visual Art and Curating, Rosie has been involved in several Community Led Art Projects, such as the Blak to the Future & YIRRAMBOI Festival.//Free to play, releasing at the end of 2025. Catch Blaktasia at PAX 10-12 October 2025 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC)// Footscray Safety Forum Tonight 6pm//Thu 14 Aug 6pmSt John's 30A Pickett St FootscrayAccessible & Child Friendly EventPlease consider COVID SafetyIn response to Maribyrnong Council's recent decision to use security and law officers for foot patrol, to respond to social, health and community issues in Footscray. More info here//

Episode Summary: Paul Ward visits Mesa in Ojai, California—a 10-acre citrus farm that's home to an innovative community tackling youth homelessness. Guest Dan Parziale, co-founder of Mesa, explains how this transitional housing project supports vulnerable 18–24 year olds with holistic services, beautiful tiny homes, and a deep sense of community. Discover how Mesa is changing lives by replacing shelters with opportunity, healing, and hope. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction Paul introduces Dan Parziale and the mission behind Mesa Farm. 00:30 – What is Mesa? Dan explains how Mesa began and what the 10-acre farm provides for its young adult residents. 01:41 – Who Mesa Serves A look at Mesa's participants—many experiencing or at risk of homelessness—and how they are referred. 02:44 – A Spirit of Connection Why collaboration, beauty, and community are essential parts of Mesa's model. 03:39 – It Takes a Village Dan shares how community members—from realtors to volunteers—play an active role in residents' success. 04:33 – What's Required of Residents Minimal mandatory activities, but plenty of engaging opportunities including filmmaking and natural building. 05:26 – Film, Farming & Pizza Ovens Hands-on learning in the arts and agriculture, from shooting short films to selling tangerines. 06:28 – Rethinking Housing Environments Why Mesa is beautiful by design—and how that impacts healing and outcomes. 07:35 – Early Transitions & Support Mesa's first residents have already started moving out, with rental assistance for the next stage of life. 08:34 – Why Mesa Was Created Dan and co-founder Kyle Thompson wanted to flip the script on how we support at-risk youth. 09:58 – Breaking the Poverty Trap How Mesa's design philosophy focuses on dignity, restoration, and upward mobility. 11:00 – How Mesa is Funded Mesa began with a state grant and continues through a mix of government and private support. 11:29 – Replicating the Model Mesa's approach can—and should—be expanded to other communities facing youth homelessness. 12:20 – Meaning Behind the Name “Mesa” A table to gather at. A plateau to launch from. 13:03 – Dan's Background From Ojai to LA to Haiti—Dan's unique journey to nonprofit leadership. 14:30 – Preventing Lifelong Homelessness Mesa works upstream to catch youth before long-term homelessness becomes a cycle. 15:51 – The Financial & Human Cost Investing early in young people saves resources—and lives—down the line. 16:50 – A Smarter Approach to Homelessness Prevention, beauty, and opportunity drive lasting impact. 18:35 – Volunteering at Mesa Gardening, cooking, teaching art—Mesa thrives on community support. 19:29 – The Joy of This Work Dan reflects on the honor and hope that comes from working with young adults at a turning point. 20:35 – Remembering Who You Are Helping youth reconnect with their identity and potential. 21:20 – Inside the Tiny Homes Tour the beautifully furnished 270 sq ft homes with mountain views, art, and personalized music. 23:16 – Why Design & Dignity Matter Personalized homes help participants feel welcome, safe, and valued. 24:48 – Why Private Space Matters Tiny homes provide dignity and safety that communal shelters can't. 25:09 – How to Get Involved Mesa is building a volunteer portal and welcomes people to share their skills and passions. 26:29 – Website & Social Media

Concerns have been raised about how little youth homelessness has been addressed in Budget 2025, as well as how funding is being allocated, that will impact vulnerable rangatahi and tamariki. Boot camps have received a $33 million boost over four years to create more camps, $1 billion has been stripped from emergency accommodations, and 18 and 19 year olds are set to have their Jobseeker and emergency benefits tested against their parents.  News and Editorial Director and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to Aaron Hendry - the co-founder and general manager at Kickback; an organisation aimed at tackling youth homelessness, about Budget 2025, and how youth homelessness should have been addressed in the Budget.

New Jersey Transit trains will resume service Tuesday morning after the agency reached a tentative agreement with its locomotive engineers union, ending a multi-day strike. Meanwhile, a nonprofit program aimed at preventing youth homelessness by offering one-time, low-barrier cash payments is showing early signs of success. And in Queens, the Department of Transportation has converted a traffic lane on the Queensboro Bridge into a dedicated pedestrian path.

On this weeks episode, Im joined by Social Justice Lawyer and the head of Policy, Advocacy and Government Relations at Melbourne City Mission, Shorna Moore, and multi-award winning international speaker Elvis Martin to go behind the mask of the Youth Homelessness Crisis in Australia.In this episode we explore:-How the current system is not set up to support the 40,000 homeless youths we now have in Australia.-The difference between youth and adult homelessness.-The main reasons young people experience homelessness.-The discrimination young people are facing.-What inspired Shorna's career choice and the work she does at Melbourne City Mission.-What dangers homeless youth are currently experiencing.-Why the National Campaign ‘Home Time' is needed to positively impact their lives.-Elvis shares his harrowing yet inspiring story of being cut off by his family overseas at age 17, after he came out to them, which ultimately led to homelessness and serious mental health struggles ,resulting in him trying to take his life not once but 33 times in an 18 month period.-Shorna shares her own experiences of overcoming family violence.-How Elvis turned his life around, and who inspired the change within him and his advice to young people experiencing hardship.Keep up to date with Shorna @shornamoore & @melbcitymission and Elvis @elvismartin_officialLearn more about Home Time https://www.hometime.org.au/Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to WATCH the full episode @gobehindthemaskFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @gobehindthemaskVisit www.gobehindthemask.com.au for more information and sign up to our ‘Weekly Wisdoms' to begin YOUR journey behind the mask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Bell Work Talk, Dr. Vela will discuss risks and issues experienced by children that face homelessness. She will explain suitcase living and treatment leading to a hopeful mindset with an emphasis on trauma informed care. She will give examples of how to add hope to the interactions that forensic nurses have with patients. Dr. Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude's Ranch for Children, has 20+ years of human and social service experience that includes administering foster care, homeless, and supportive services to children, transition age-youth, and their families. She has worked at the non-profit level as the Executive Director and the Chief Program Officer for St. Jude's Ranch for Children, a Manager for the Clark County Department of Family Services, Social Services Program Specialist for the State of Nevada and a Program Specialist for the Federal Administration for Children and Families-Children's Bureau in Washington DC. More recently, Christina has been the Coordinator for the State of Nevada Coalition to Prevent the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children. Christina holds her Doctorate in Public Policy and a master's degree in public administration from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. She is a proud alumnus of Emerge Nevada, Leadership Las Vegas Class of 2013, Jameson Fellows and Clark County Leadership Academy. Survey: We'd really like to learn more about what you think of the podcast, and what you'd like to hear in future episodes. https://forms.gle/dos4a11PEmCgth7Z8 (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING)

A Wisconsinite impacted by the Trump Administration's USAID freeze. New efforts to support young people experiencing homelessness. An entomologist changes hearts and minds on insect importance.

In our region families with children, unaccompanied youth and young adults are living unhoused.

Oregon Community and Housing Services and the Maslow Project address youth homelessness in southern Oregon.

Today:Trump's fascistic comments on the campaign trail are raising critical questions about what could happen if he loses the election, again. We talk it through with former Massachusetts public safety secretary Andrea Cabral.And, homelessness in Boston is on the rise – affecting about 11,000 young people in this city. We'll talk with Elisabeth Jackson, president and CEO of the nonprofit Bridge Over Troubled Waters, and Richard Brunson, a retired clinical coordinator, about the challenges – and services available – to homeless youth.

The organization behind the city's only youth shelter wants to start a conversation about support for the growing number of unhoused youth in Saint John. Karen Cummings of the Centre for Youth Care speaks with host Rachel Cave.

On today's show:  10am-11am Figures reveal level level of UHG's sepsis deaths  Connacht tribune headline Taoiseach pledges to advocate for Palestinian recognition  Heidi Walter of A Way Home Canada will explain what can be done to combat Youth Homelessness  ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

As a collective, funded the by the HUD Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project, a group of young people are working to support older teenagers and young adults who are experiencing homelessness. […] The post Addressing Youth Homelessness in Dane County appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

The Philadelphia City Council is out for summer recess, but for our elected officials, the work is ongoing. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember-at-large Isaiah Thomas to talk about his work with young people, basketball, voting, and what we all could be doing right now to make Philly just a little bit better.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 per cent of Tasmanians aged 15 to 19 surveyed say they've been homeless in the previous 12 months, according to a study from Mission Australia.

On Monday's Take 2, the topic is: youth homelessness. Comment here or call 1-833-288-3986.

On Monday's Take 2, the topic is: youth homelessness. Comment here or call 1-833-288-3986.

The Northfield fireworks display originally scheduled for last night was postponed because of the threat of severe weather and has instead been rescheduled for tonight. The fireworks will begin at 10pm at Northfield Middle School. A statement issued by the city of Northfield advises people to plan ahead and allow for extra time to get to […]

This week, we learn about why LGBTQ+ youth homelessness is so prominent. We also discuss the physical and mental tolls that shelter life and living on the streets take on our queer youth, and then we highlight organizations that are taking matters into their hands to curb this epidemic. Organizations https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ https://www.happyhippies.org/ https://www.newalternativesnyc.org/about_us https://www.340blueprintproject.com/ https://nn4youth.org/lgbtq-homeless-youth/ https://nationalhomeless.org/civil-rights-criminalization-of-homelessness/ Sources https://youth.gov/youth-topics/lgbtq-youth/homelessness https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/serving-our-youth-lgbtq/ https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Trevor-Project-Homelessness-Report.pdf https://nationalhomeless.org/lgbtq-homelessness/ https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/Serving-Our-Youth-Update-Jun-2015.pdf https://nationalhomeless.org/wp-content/uploads/LGBTQ-Homelessness.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4098056/ https://lesley.edu/article/the-cost-of-coming-out-lgbt-youth-homelessness https://nche.ed.gov/lgbtq-youth/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5127283/

Dispatch opinion and engagement editor Amelia Robinson speaks with Star House CEO Ann Bischoff on the latest episode of the Then What Happened podcast. During this edition we talk about youth homelessness, discuss why foster care is so important, and learn about the mission of Star House and how it's developed as a positive community resource. 

Oregon has the highest rate of unaccompanied, unsheltered homeless youth in the nation, according to some recent federal data. But in some ways, these young people are invisible. They might be couch surfing or living out of a car, and many face homelessness when they age out of the foster care system. But these might not be the people you think of when you think about people experiencing homelessness. OPB reporter Tiffany Camhi recently did a deep dive on the unique challenges facing young people who are homeless. She brings us some of the voices from her reporting as well as the details about a new program set up specifically to help unsheltered young people.

Youth ambassadors are bidding for government funding for 'youth foyers', a hybrid of social housing and homelessness services that help young people focus on education rather than where they're going to live. - Umaasa ang mga Youth ambassadors sa pagpopondo ng gobyerno sa 'youth foyers', isang hybrid social housing at homelessness services na makakatulong sa mga kabataan na magfocus sa pag-aaral sa halip na sa pamomroblema sa paghahanap ng tirahan.

Youth homelessness is on the rise as more young people are priced out by the nationwide rental crisis. Youth ambassadors are bidding for government funding for 'youth foyers', a hybrid of social housing and homelessness services that help young people focus on education rather than where they're going to live.

Housing affordability has been one of the biggest political issues over the last two years since inflation, mortgage rates and rental prices started spiralling. The plight of those trying to buy a home or struggling to pay the rent has focused the attention of many politicians. But what about those who don't have a roof over their head at all? The housing crisis has forced some – even with full-time jobs – to sleep in their cars or in tents in local parks. And then there are kids with low or no income at all who just can't stay at home for various reasons but are left couch surfing, or sleeping rough – at a critical time when they should be supported and learning life skills. So what happens when you're homeless? Where do you turn? And what can actually help turn your life around?David Speers speaks to Brea Dorsett and Tyrah Chan-Hampton, both of whom are Youth Ambassadors for Foyer Foundation – an organisation that helped change their lives.Insiders: On Background digs a little deeper into an issue that will be covered on the show each week with an expert to better understand the debates dominating politics.

Bridges To Independence CEO Fraser Murdoch sat down with ARLnow's James Jarvis to discuss the factors driving Arlington's escalating youth homelessness crisis and how the broader community can intervene.    

This week Pat Holterman-Hommes visits the studio, CEO of Youth in Need, an organization helping at-risk youth, especially those experiencing homelessness. They go into the complex reasons youth become homeless, difficulties faced by homeless youth, and societal misunderstandings about LGBTQ+ youth and the impact on mental health.Website: www.youthinneed.org-Book a Legacy Interview | https://legacyinterviews.com/ —A Legacy Interview is a two-hour recorded interview with you and a host that can be watched now and viewed in the future. It is a recording of what you experienced, the lessons you learned and the family values you want passed down. We will interview you or a loved one, capturing the sound of their voice, wisdom and a sense of who they are. These recorded conversations will be private, reserved only for the people that you want to share it with.

November is National Youth Homelessness Awareness Month. Steve Berg, Chief Policy Officer at the National Alliance to End Homelessness joins Nick Austin to discuss the national perspective on stable housing and how important an affordable housing market is. Then, Shontae Hightower, Director of Children's Services at COTS, Courtney Smith, Founder and CEO of the Detroit Phoenix Center, and Meagan Dunn, Executive Director at Detroit-based Covenant House of Michigan stop by to share the work they do everyday to help Detroit's unhoused population.

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Today we discussed the misconceptions surrounding youth homelessness and how people can get more involved in making a change. In speaking with someone who works directly with the youth, we break down a lot of stereotypes and effective ways to help and make a difference both big and small. The main cause of teen homelessness is physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse from parents or guardians. Here's a closer look at the numbers: • 46% reported being physically abused • 38% reported being emotionally abused • 17% reported being forced into unwanted sexual activity Adolescents aging out of foster care are also at extreme risk of homelessness with around 50% becoming homeless within 6 months of leaving. This is largely due to a lack of education, social and financial support. They are often ill-prepared to live independently. The numbers paint a sad story. Homelessness is taking a heavy toll of America's youth who are at a much higher risk of physical abuse, sexual exploitation, substance abuse, mental health issues, and death. In America today, over 20,000 kids are forced into prostitution every year, and 5,000 unaccompanied youth die as a result of assault, illness, or suicide. https://mendculture.org - Click the link here to get more involved!