Causes of Homelessness

The video discusses the multifaceted causes of homelessness, including economic, societal, and personal factors. It highlights the impact of structural racism, deinstitutionalization of mental health care, and economic challenges like stagnant wages and lack of affordable housing. The video also explores the intersection of homelessness with the criminal justice system and personal issues such as domestic violence. It concludes with a call for solutions to address the homelessness crisis in the United States.

What are some notable causes of homelessness today?

How do structural factors and system failures contribute to homelessness?

What role does financial instability play in the experience of homelessness?

In what ways does systemic inequality affect homelessness among minority groups?

What were the consequences of the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill?

How does poverty serve as a precursor to homelessness?

What challenges do formerly incarcerated individuals face in relation to homelessness?