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The different faces of homelessness: exploring specific data and policy needs

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This policy brief deals with the different faces of homelessness, and explores the need for specific data and accompanying policies to address the phenomenon. It concludes that monitoring homelessness provides a basis for appropriate policy intervention. It is important to consider how different measurement techniques are likely to under- or over-represent various subgroups experiencing homelessness (e.g., women, youth or migrants). The smaller share of women in official homelessness statistics can be partly explained by differences in how homelessness is experienced by women, relative to men; how it is defined in official statistics; and how it is measured. In addition, the brief explores forms of support to tackle youth homelessness that should take into account their specific needs, offer education and training opportunities, and focus on emotional development. Finally, the brief discusses the housing first approach that works under a person-centred approach and gives individuals a high degree of choice and control. It provides tailored support that addresses not only housing stability, but also other areas of life that may need attention.

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  • COEGO Arturo & GATTA Arianna & LIONETTI Francesca & LLOYD Alexandre & MOLARD Solene & NORDBERG Astrid & PLOUIN Marissa & PROIETTI Paola & SPINNENWIJN Freek & STAMOS Iraklis & VAN HEERDEN Sjoerdje, 2024. "The different faces of homelessness: exploring specific data and policy needs," JRC Research Reports JRC136178, Joint Research Centre.
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