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The chasm between rich and poor - Homeless in the wealthy West | DW Documentary The gap between rich and poor continues to widen in many developed nations. The result: more and more people are finding themselves homeless, with women making up the fastest growing affected group. They live in their cars or camper vans, sleep on friends’ couches or end up in short-term accommodation: Homelessness in industrialized nations is a growing problem, and increasingly affects the middle class, as well as the poor. While the wealthy can also lose everything, the middle classes are the ones coming under more and more pressure from the ever-present thr...... Read Full article on HadNews

About 1 in every 3 women, and 1 in 4 men, will experience domestic violence over their lifetime. Since domestic violence can escalate to the point of serious injury or murder, survivors must take action to increase their safety – potentially even fleeing their homes. Of the total homicides that occurred in the U.S. in 2020, 34% of women and 6% of men were murdered by their intimate partners. Research has clearly shown the connection between domestic violence and homelessness. For example, a California study found that domestic violence survivors were four times more likely to experience housing instability compared with those who had...... Read Full article on HadNews

No more homelessness – a goal that sounds like utopian fiction may become reality soon. The “Housing First” concept in Finland, supported by NGOs like the Y-Foundation, is aiming towards the end of homelessness in 2027. In a new interview, Juha Kahila, Head of International Affairs at the Y-Foundation, talks about the implementation of “Housing First”, new developments in politics and his hopes for the future. The “Housing First” project in Finland is still successfully reducing homelessness. Those affected by homelessness receive an apartment and additional support without any preconditions. The result: The number of people without housing...... Read Full article on HadNews

With stunning beaches and beautiful scenery, Hawaii is often referred to as a paradise. However, there is a harsh reality that exists alongside the picturesque landscapes - the homeless crisis in Honolulu, Hawaii. In a video posted by Travelwithchris, the host walks the streets of Honolulu all the way down to Waikiki Beach to shed light on the homelessness crisis that is often overlooked. The video shows unfiltered scenes of homeless individuals on the streets, highlighting a side of Hawaii that is not often talked about. The video captures conversations with locals and individuals who call the streets of Honolulu home, bringing attention to...... Read Full article on HadNews