In this episode, award-winning journalist and author Kevin Fagan discusses his extensive career covering homelessness. Kevin shares stories from his book 'The Lost and the Found,' which follows two chronically homeless individuals, their struggles, and contrasting outcomes. He also delves into the importance of trauma-informed care, supportive housing, and preventative strategies to address homelessness. This conversation highlights the human element of homelessness and the ongoing efforts needed to find effective solutions.

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Join us as we sit down with Naomi Mortensen, an anti-trafficking and sexual violence advocate and Community Outreach Director at the National Women's Shelter Network. Naomi shares her compelling journey from Utah to Washington D.C., detailing her deep-rooted passion for combating human trafficking and supporting survivors of sexual violence and homelessness. She discusses her personal experiences, systemic issues, and the critical work being done by the NWSN to provide resources, support, and advocacy for those in need. Learn about the interconnected challenges of homelessness and sex trafficking, and the importance of compassion and systemic change in addressing these crises.

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Join us as we sit down with Shane P. Cox, a veteran with a decade of experience in street and permanent housing and government administration. In this episode, Shane shares his personal journey into working with homeless populations and delves into the harsh realities and complex nature of street homelessness. He discusses the issues within existing systems, the importance of authenticity and unconditionality in outreach work, and the need for a shift from systems-based to tool-based approaches to effectively help the homeless. Learn about the pivotal changes needed in policies and support systems to address street homelessness more humanely and effectively.

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This week, we are joined by Gary P. Jenkins—Chief Administrative Officer of Urban Pathways and former Commissioner of the New York City Department of Social Services. He shares the initiatives that Urban Pathways has been working to address the homelessness crisis in NYC. Moreover, he discusses the importance of providing unhoused people with the necessary tools and resources they need to help them get back on their feet.

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Christine C. Quinn is the president & CEO of Women in Need (WiN), New York’s largest provider of shelter and supportive housing for homeless families—and the former speaker of the New York City Council. She’s spent her extensive career fighting for women, families, and vulnerable communities.

In this fruitful and insightful episode, Christine breaks down what the face of homelessness actually looks like and how we can challenge the stereotypes surrounding it.

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