Have you paid attention to those you see on the side of the road, often holding a cardboard sign? Sure, you probably notice them, but what do you notice about them?
Something that has probably passed many by is the glaring racial disparity among the homeless population. This graphic provides a helpful summary of the proportions of minorities who make up the homeless population in America versus the general population.
What does this discrepancy tell you about systemic racism and our economy? In our efforts to eliminate homelessness, we must also eliminate racism from all parts of society. Why else would there be such disparity between the two kinds of populations?
For more eye-opening facts about racial disparities in homelessness, visit the National Alliance to End Homelessness and the National Coalition for the Homeless.
No comments:
Post a Comment