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Pandemic preparedness and homelessness: International lessons from COVID-19
In May 2023 the Director-General of the World Health Organization held a press conference on the state of COVID-19. After more than 3 years, he told the gathered crowd, “It...
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Unpacking the Discourse on Youth Pathways into and out of Homelessness: Implications for Research Scholarship and Policy Interventions
Youth homelessness presents a complex and persistent challenge worldwide, particularly affecting young adults between 16 and 24 years of age in the US and Canada. This population faces elevated risks...
Latest Blog
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Exploring the Impact of Family and Natural Supports Interventions: Insights from Youth, Families, and Service Providers
Various interventions exist to reduce the prevalence of youth homelessness. These interventions can be broadly categorized as prevention, emergency services, transitional housing or permanent supportive housing efforts. The Family and...
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Does Housing First for Youth Work in Canada? Preliminary Findings from a Pilot Study
Previous research has demonstrated that Housing First can be effective in preventing homelessness among adults in Canada. With no preconditions, such as abstinence from substances, ‘Housing First’ is a recovery-oriented...
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The Relationship Between Youth Homelessness and Child Protection Services
Until recently, there were few Canadian research studies that examined the relationship between child protection services (CPS) and youth homelessness. However, available studies show a link between CPS and youth...
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General
The Family and Natural Supports Approach to Preventing Youth Homelessness – Early Learnings and Outcomes
Research shows that youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness have better outcomes when their family and natural supports are engaged in their lives. In this blog, we will highlight...
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General
What is Reflective Practice? Some Lessons for Researchers and Practitioners in the Homelessness Sector during COVID-19
The gap between research and practice has persisted for too long. Evidence-based research should be accessible, practically relevant, and inform policies. This is particularly important in the COVID-19 pandemic era,...
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Research
Pathways into Youth Homelessness
What do we know about how young people become homeless? While the answer to this question may sound simple, in reality, it’s very complex. This blog aims to explore the...