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Unfortunately, runaways and homeless youth are even more prone to human trafficking due to vulnerability, lack of support, and lack of resources. The Family and Youth Services Bureau emphasizes the importance of specifically tailored runaway and homeless youth programs to prevent them from being trafficked. They also highlight the necessity to address their specific risks and needs, increase community educational prevention efforts, and focus on the root causes and conditions making them vulnerable while strengthening the ability of communities to respond promptly and effectively. To learn more, visit: https://buff.ly/32q2l17 Source: The Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) #PreventionFriday #PreventHumanTrafficking #HumanTraffickingAwareness #EndHumanTrafficking #FightHumanTrafficking #AntiTrafficking #Liluye #LiluyeSpirit

#HW2024 Following?on from yesterday's theme, lets talk about whole school approaches to addressing child and adolescent #homelessness. Why? Because, #schools have the capacity to offer what homelessness takes away – they are a safe, predictable routine-oriented environment that fosters social connections, with access to support structures. Importantly, whole school approaches span the spectrum of responses that range from promotion, #prevention, and acute responses, to ongoing support. In this paper,?our CAH team Monika Raniti, Susan Sawyer and I talk about Health Promoting Schools as a response to homelessness. https://lnkd.in/gUehj_7X

If you're new to being homeless, then this beginners guide to being #homeless is essential to your #homelesssurvival. Today we're going to be talking about how to find a place to camp for the night when you're homeless. When you're homeless it's hard to find a place to sleep at night and stay safe. We're going to talk about safety, understanding where to find a place to camp, and what to look for when you're looking for a place to sleep for the night. #homelessawareness https://lnkd.in/eU6KjfRN

This blog highlights tips for conducting surveys involving youth experiencing homelessness in a way that treats the participants with dignity. You can check it out here: https://ow.ly/kovh50U2yoI #YouthHomelessness #Prevention #Research

Youth homelessness is a pressing issue that often goes unnoticed. Every night, thousands of young people find themselves without a safe place to sleep, facing uncertainty and vulnerability. These are not just statistics; they are individuals with dreams, hopes, and stories waiting to be told. Imagine being a teenager, struggling to find stability in a world that feels overwhelming. Many young people become homeless due to circumstances beyond their control, such as family conflict, abuse, or economic hardship. They face unique challenges that can lead to isolation, mental health struggles, and a lack of access to education and employment opportunities. It’s crucial for us to raise awareness and advocate for change. We can support local shelters, mentorship programs, and initiatives that provide resources and safe spaces for these young individuals. By fostering empathy and understanding, we can help break the cycle of homelessness and empower youth to build brighter futures. Together, let’s shine a light on youth homelessness. Let’s listen, learn, and take action. Every young person deserves a chance to thrive, not just survive. Your voice can make a difference—stand up, speak out, and help create a world where all youth have a place to call home.

The Long Weekend is upon us... Did You Know? The Denise House is ???????? ???????? ?? ??????????????. Over the last 5 years an average of 269 women and children resided at The Denise House Shelter each year, AND an average of 513 women and children received support through our ?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????????????? each year! What does this mean? Simply put, you DO NOT have to reside in our Shelter to access our services. ??Our outreach counsellors meet with women to develop a safe plan to leave an abusive home. ??We provide on-going support for women and children after they have left the shelter for as long as they need it. ??Our supports are individualized to meet the unique needs of each woman including emotional supports, legal referrals, housing, financial literacy, and employment readiness. ??Our Child & Youth Outreach Worker provides multiple services for children & teens who have experienced, been affected by, or are at risk of abuse. Including 1:1 supportive counselling and therapeutic, supportive group counselling. ??We focus on prevention and awareness to stop the intergenerational cycle of violence. Need Help? Not sure where to turn? Want resources for your children? Don't need shelter, but have questions? Our support counsellors are standing by to take your call. 24 Hours a Day/7 Days a Week - ?????? ?????? ?????? ??????????, we are here for you?? ?????????? ???????? ??????-??????-???????? ???????? ???????? ??-??????-??????-???????? #loveshouldnthurt?? #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #hereforyou #yourvoicematters #youaresafehere #TheDeniseHouseDurham

Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence Resources For many women facing domestic violence, leaving is only the first step in a long, uphill battle to safety and independence. While awareness of domestic violence has grown, the resources available to help survivors flee and rebuild their lives remain alarmingly inadequate. From limited shelter capacity to insufficient access to affordable housing, childcare, and legal aid, survivors often find themselves trapped by systemic barriers. Without these essential supports, many are forced to choose between enduring abuse or facing homelessness and poverty. This isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s a community issue. Every survivor deserves a pathway to safety and stability. We need to do more to ensure resources are accessible, sufficient, and designed to help survivors not only escape but thrive. How can we work together to bridge these gaps and empower survivors? I’d love to hear your thoughts or stories of impactful programs. #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SupportSurvivors #WomenEmpowerment #CommunityAction

Join me in ending youth homeless as we know it today in 3 easy steps. https://lnkd.in/gDs6PV6i

#Homelessness is a systemic issue. It’s also a preventable one. Over 14 months, Chapin Hall collaborated with partners and young experts from across the homelessness space to transform their knowledge and experiences into a national #Prevention strategy. We conducted in-depth interviews to understand youth’s pathways through homelessness, hosted working groups to identify solutions, and did a systematic review of prevention evidence. Now, we have a national strategy to share that can help us build a future where every young person has the foundation for success: https://lnkd.in/g8hvxqJE

?? Comment on this post if you've ever known someone struggling with #MentalHealth or fentanyl crises. ?? Just like this article reports, young people are telling us that "overlapping mental-health and fentanyl crises are contributing factors" to #Homelessness right here in our community. ??That's a big part of why we recently hired a Substance Use Navigator and are training youth as #PeerEducators. As a community, we must listen when youth tell us where they need more support. ?? We are grateful for new funding for prevention, education, and support, so our community can see more young people stably housed, getting the resources they need, and reaching their full potential. Full article here: Homeless Population Grows, Putting U.S. on Track for Another Record – https://bit.ly/4dB0BAV.