Demanding Equality: Addressing the Housing Instability Crisis in the United States
As we confront the pressing issue of housing instability in the United States, it's imperative to address the disparities in government funding that perpetuate inequality and exacerbate the challenges faced by vulnerable communities. The Dollar for Dollar petition aims to demand equality in the allocation of funds, particularly in comparison to the resources provided to migrants.
The current landscape of homelessness paints a stark picture of the urgent need for action.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau Nearly 327,000 in U.S. Lived in Emergency and Transitional Shelters. New Survey Data Provides Demographic Profile of Population Experiencing Homelessness Who Lived in Emergency and Transitional Shelters
Nearly 327,000 people in the United States experiencing homelessness lived in shelters, a small proportion (0.1%) of the U.S. population from 2018 to 2022 but higher than from 2013 to 2017, according to American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates released in a working paper?today.
An article by Vision Monday Magazine stated the same facts. Homelessness and Use of Shelters Is on the Rise
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By Staff Monday, March 4, 2024 2:04 PM Full Article Here
More Americans are taking refuge in shelters, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Approximately 327,000 people were living in shelters between 2018 and 2022, or nearly 0.1 percent of the U.S. population. This is an increase from 267,000 between 2013 and 2017. Of those living in shelters, more than 15 percent over the age of 16 were unemployed, and 61 percent were not in the labor force.? Experts believe the increase in shelter users may be the result of changes in economic circumstances, along with improved access to the shelter system. Recent Department of Housing and Urban Development figures put the estimate of people experiencing homelessness who stay in emergency and transitional shelters at more than 582,500 in 2022.?
This crisis is further compounded by an affordable housing shortage. Additionally, the shortage of shelters leaves many individuals and families with no safe haven, forcing them to double up with other families or resort to unstable living situations.
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However, cities are being encouraged to construct shelters for migrants, further occupying critically needed spaces.
Communities across the nation are directly impacted by this display of disrespect and inequality. They are forced to witness as others receive preferential treatment and live in better conditions while their own needs go unmet. This systemic injustice not only deepens the divide between privileged and marginalized communities but also perpetuates cycles of poverty and despair.
Signing the Dollar for Dollar petition is a crucial step towards addressing these systemic inequities and demanding accountability from policymakers. By signing, individuals can show their support for equality in government funding and advocate for a fair distribution of resources to address the housing instability crisis.
As we gain momentum with the petition, there are several action items that individuals can take to make a difference:
1. Spread the word: Share the petition with friends, family, and colleagues to raise awareness and garner support for the cause. Here is the petition
2. Attend the Saturday noon Zoom meeting: Join us for an informative and engaging discussion about the housing instability crisis and how we can work together to create change.
3. Contact [email protected]: Reach out to get more information about the Zoom meeting and other ways to get involved in advocacy efforts.
Together, we can amplify our voices, demand equality, and work towards a future where every individual has access to safe, affordable housing and the opportunity to thrive.
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