Homelessness
These innovative projects are tackling homelessness around the world
It’s been estimated that at least 150 million people, which is about 2% of the world’s population, are homeless.
Open-source DIY heater helps unsheltered stay warm in winter
A DIY heater that is safe to use in tents and costs just $7 to make is helping unsheltered people across the U.S. stay warm this winter.
UK trials “NAPpads” to help rough sleepers survive the winter
A pilot project to combat homelessness could help rough sleepers not only survive this winter, but maybe even get off the streets for good.
Nonprofit builds tiny houses for homeless people in backyards
Facing Homelessness builds tiny houses for homeless people in Seattle homeowners' backyards to address a shortage of affordable housing.
Is it time for America to bring back the boarding house?
A revival of the boarding house — popular in the 1800s, banned by modern zoning — could help solve America’s affordable housing woes.
A tiny house village for the homeless is coming to Minnesota
This tiny house village for homeless people is designed to overcome traditional shelters' limitations and help residents stay safe during the pandemic.
California city ends its chronic homelessness
Bakersfield, California, has effectively ended its chronic homelessness through an initiative focused on the collection of real-time data.
From homeless to homeowner with a $6K fixer-upper6:18
Acts Housing is empowering low-income families by offering resources for every step of the process, from financial counselors to home renovation support.
3D printed homes for the homeless5:35
This 51-acre neighborhood for the homeless will be the first of its kind in the U.S. to have 3D printed homes.
The mission to reunite homeless with their families
Volunteer digital detectives are helping homeless people reunite with their families.