Research and Policy Solutions for Ending Family Homelessness A 21st Century Policy Briefing
Supporting a trauma-informed environment requires a shared language around the basics of trauma, an understanding of the role policies & procedures in a community of care, and the ability to lead as your authentic self. It also requires the support of other leaders.
What’s Included:
This policy briefing will address the ‘invisible crisis’ of family homelessness in the U.S. Typically consisting of a young mother and her young children, unhoused families often suffer from short- and long-term physical and mental effects due to this crisis in their lives. Shelter conditions are stressful, and daily uncertainty clouds their lives and undermines family well-being and cohesion.
This panel will discuss three important topics:
• Current research findings on family homelessness including housing programs that work.
• Policies affecting family homelessness and their uncertain future in the current political environment.
• Recommendations from an experienced peer educator and consultant with the Family Homelessness Coalition.
This session is closely aligned with the 21st Century Research Agenda for a Child & Family Well-being System, a broad coalition of individuals and organizations devoted to research on the needs of families and children.
WashU Brown School
