One Person Can Change the World
Farquhar Honors College
Teagle Foundation - Knowledge for Freedom Program
Building a Path to Home
My Quest to Reduce the Homeless Population in Broward County
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Christopher P.
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June 29, 2023
I aim to bring a change in the homeless population of Broward County. My topic has political aspects, emphasizing the significance of social welfare and housing policies. Moreover, it goes into philosophical and literary contexts that are supposed to make people feel empathy towards the homeless community. Although homelessness is widely acknowledged, it receives less attention in comparison to other issues. My intention is not only to raise awareness about this issue, but also to demonstrate to individuals the importance of helping the homeless. My topic revolves around the homeless community, and it I believe that the government plays a significant role, particularly due to escalating house prices leading to homelessness. The impact of my change will extend to all communities in Broward County. While my primary objective is to decrease the homeless population, I also aim to educate and raise awareness within the community about the problems of homelessness. By addressing this issue, I will create a deeper understanding and empathy among individuals in Broward County. The significance of this change stems from my daily encounters with homeless individuals on the streets. Instead of giving sympathy, I have noticed a tendency for people to have negative attitudes and judgments towards the homeless. I am determined to change this perception. In choosing homelessness as the topic of my project, I wanted to explore a unique topic, as it seemed to be a topic that people wouldn’t choose. My goal is to challenge people’s views and create a fresh perspective on the issue. I plan to do this by making a well structured website that explains the main causes of homelessness and potential solutions we can try. I want to communicate in a serious and formal manner. I want to address the important matter of homelessness and emphasize the importance of helping the homeless community. I don’t really have that much charisma so; I think sticking to a formal tone for my project is the right way to go.
Public Resource List
“What Causes Homelessness?” National Alliance to End Homelessness, 3 June 2020, endhomelessness.org/homelessness-in-america/what-causes-homelessness/. Accessed 27 June 2023
What causes Homelessness?
This source provides an analysis of the primary factors contributing to homelessness. It delves into five main reasons, housing, income, health, domestic violence, and racial inequality. Each of these factors is explored, explaining the ways in which they lead to the issue of homelessness. By explaining these causes, the source shows the connections between societal challenges and the individuals without stable housing. This source has several advantages, including its currency, relevance, authority, and accuracy. Although the source was created in 2020, it is sufficiently up to date to provide relevant information. The information contained within the source directly aligns with the topic of my research, as it focuses on the causes of homelessness, which is important for raising awareness. Moreover, the source shows strong authority due to the organization behind the website, which has a history of hosting multiple events and has a membership composed of educated individuals. The combination of these factors enhances the reliability and credibility of the source. The primary objective of this source is to provide an explanation of the primary causes of homelessness. Its significance to my project lies in its potential to raise awareness about the challenges faced by homeless individuals. By giving insights on these causes, the source contributes to creating a greater understanding of the issues surrounding homelessness, which promotes concern among the general public.
Geraghty, Liam. “How Does Someone Become Homeless?” The Big Issue, 7 Nov. 2022, www.bigissue.com/news/housing/how-do-people-become-homeless/Links to an external site.. Accessed 27 June 2023
How do people become homelessness?
This source provides insightful and unknown facts about homelessness, focusing on how people become homeless, the likelihood of experiencing homelessness, and the reasons behind homeless individuals owning dogs. It has the advantages of currency and authority, as it was published in 2022 and written by Liam Geraghty, who has personal experience with homelessness and social issues. However, the source has limitations in terms of relevance and accuracy, as some information does not align with my project's topic. Nevertheless, the source is valuable for explaining the diverse causes of homelessness, countering the misconception that it results from a lack of effort, which is important for both my project and my audience.
“Homelessness Statistics | How You Can Help.” CityTeam, cityteam.org/the-need/?mwm_id=599748456132&utm_campaign=MW_googlegrant&mwm_id=599748456132&sc=CH00302002MW&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7uSkBhDGARIsAMCZNJuQLzkjw4QkA4xphxC8zhmnn-RKWOg8K2vTCBrIxKIkL4UQiiUxab4aAkLDEALw_wcB. Accessed 29 June 2023.
Homelessness Statistics |How you can help|
This source aims to educate readers about the statistics on homelessness, poverty, and worldwide hunger, while also emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in finding effective solutions to these issues. This source has several advantages, including its currency, accuracy, authority, and relevance. It is highly up to date, providing the latest information on the topic at hand. The accuracy of the information presented on the website is good. Moreover, the source holds a strong level of authority as the City Team organization has extensive experience and knowledge regarding the challenges faced by homeless individuals. Lastly, the source is relevant to my topic as it thoroughly covers the issues, causes, and potential solutions related to homelessness. The primary purpose of the website is to educate users about the issues of homelessness, poverty, and hunger, as well as provide potential solutions to address these challenges. This serves as a valuable resource for my project, as incorporating relevant statistics from the website will improve the credibility and support of my statements.
admin_steh. “Homeless to Homes.” Strategies to End Homelessness, www.strategiestoendhomelessness.org/what-we-do/homeless-to-homes/Links to an external site.. Accessed 29 June 2023.
Strategies to end Homelessness.
This source is an informative website dedicated to an organization named "Strategies to End Homelessness." It provides an overview of the organization, explaining details about their mission, objectives, and collaborative efforts with partner agencies. The main advantages of this source are its relevance and authority. The relevance of this source is significant as the goals of the organization align closely with my own for my change project. Moreover, the authority of the organization is good, given their extensive experience in addressing the complex issues and solutions related to homelessness. The purpose of this source is to highlight the achievements and contributions of the "Strategies to End Homelessness" organization. This serves as an important element in showcasing to my audience that I have thoroughly researched various organizations in order to gather valuable insights and potential collaboration opportunities for my project.
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