The State of Homelessness: Issues, Situations, and Consequences - P. Bhandari, Medani
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Homelessness is an urgent, multifaceted global crisis that affects millions and transcends geographic, economic, and cultural boundaries. This book is a comprehensive examination of this pressing issue, offering insights into its root causes, complex dynamics, and far-reaching consequences. This groundbreaking book explores why homelessness persists in societies today, delving into structural inequities, systemic barriers, and the interplay between economic instability, social exclusion, and individual vulnerabilities. It highlights real-life scenarios, shedding light on the lived experiences…mehr

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Homelessness is an urgent, multifaceted global crisis that affects millions and transcends geographic, economic, and cultural boundaries. This book is a comprehensive examination of this pressing issue, offering insights into its root causes, complex dynamics, and far-reaching consequences. This groundbreaking book explores why homelessness persists in societies today, delving into structural inequities, systemic barriers, and the interplay between economic instability, social exclusion, and individual vulnerabilities. It highlights real-life scenarios, shedding light on the lived experiences of homeless individuals, from urban streets to rural margins. With a forward-thinking approach, the book introduces practical solutions and transformative strategies. It examines the roles of governments, non-profits, businesses, and communities in fostering resilience, equity, and inclusion. It offers a roadmap for creating sustainable change, from innovative housing policies and wraparound services to technological interventions and community-led initiatives, inspiring hope for a better future. Readers will better understand homelessness as not just a lack of shelter but a symptom of broader societal challenges. The take-home message is clear: addressing homelessness requires a collective commitment to empathy, shared responsibility, and systemic reform, emphasizing the need for unity and collaboration in this endeavor. Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, advocate, or concerned citizen, this book empowers you with the knowledge and tools to confront homelessness effectively. It also provides actionable steps that you can take to contribute to the solutions proposed. Through its actionable insights and inspiring case studies, The State of Homelessness provides hope for a world where everyone can live with dignity, stability, and security.
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Dr. Medani P. Bhandari is a widely recognized humanitarian, professor, author, and editor who has significantly contributed to social and environmental sciences. With expertise in social equity, inequality, inclusion, innovation, feminism, sustainability, climate change, and social and environmental policies and management, Dr. Bhandari has dedicated his career to these important areas. In addition to his extensive scholarly work, Dr. Bhandari is a poet, essayist, and advocate for the environment and social causes. His expertise expands to global and international environmental politics and justice, climate change, sustainable development, public/social policy, the non-profit sector, renewable energy, nature, culture, and power. He has gained field experience across diverse regions, including Asia, Africa, North America, Western Europe, Australia, Japan, and the Middle East. Dr. Bhandari has authored and co-edited several books, including Green Web-II: Standards and Perspectives from the IUCN, 2nd Edition; Reducing Inequalities Towards Sustainable Development Goals: Multilevel Approach, Educational Transformation; The Nexus of Climate Change and Land-use - Global Scenario with Reference to Nepal, Women and Society, etc. Furthermore, Dr. Bhandari's creative writing encompasses a vast collection of poems and essays. Dr. Bhandari's multifaceted contributions to academia, humanitarianism, and creative writing have solidified his reputation as an esteemed figure in social and environmental sciences, profoundly impacting social equity, sustainability, climate change, and beyond. Professor Bhandari holds five master's degrees in social and environmental sciences and a Ph.D. in sociology. For 45 years, he has been actively involved in environmental conservation and humanitarian efforts through nonprofit and academic platforms. Guided by the philosophy that all living and non-living beings are interconnected ("Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam") and the principle of "Live and Let Others Live," his work reflects a deep commitment to the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants. He serves as an International Program Director at the New York-based NGO Atlantic State Legal Foundation in Syracuse, NY; a professor at Akamai University, USA, and Sumy State University, Ukraine; and is an advisor to Gandaki University, Nepal. He is also the UNEP Civil Society Regional Facilitator for North America and the Lead Author of UNEP GEO 7. He is also the editor-in-chief of Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, the books series editor at the River Publisher, and the books series editor at Nova Publishers.