Cities and Homelessness: Essays and Case Studies on Practices, Innovations and Challenges (Advances in Public Planning) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1476673101 ISBN 13: 9781476673103

Publisher: McFarland, 2021

Synopsis

Homelessness in America's cities remains a growing problem. The homeless today face the same challenges as in years past: poverty, tenuous or no ties to family and friends, physical and mental health issues, and substance abuse. Compared to the 1950s to 1970s, more homeless are now sleeping on city streets versus in shelters or single room hotels. Homelessness rates are affected by economic trends, lack of equitable and inclusive healthcare and housing, decline in public assistance programs, and natural and man-made disasters. This collection of essays covers case studies, innovations, practices and policies of municipalities coping with homelessness in the 21st century.

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About the Authors

Joaquin Jay Gonzalez III, Ph.D., is vice provost for global affairs as well as chair and professor of public administration at Golden Gate University. He founded GGU's law enforcement and security program and is a San Francisco advocate for the safety and security of Filipino American kids and their families.

Mickey P. McGee, DPA, is professor of public administration and director of the Doctor of Business Administration Program at Golden Gate University. He co-developed GGU's Urban Innovations Program including the course, Inclusion, Diversion, Equity, and Accessibility. He has consulted for the U.S. Agency for International Development and the International City/County Management Association.

Edition details

• Publisher: McFarland
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1476673101
• ISBN 13: 9781476673103
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 313
• Editor: Gonzalez III Joaquin Jay, McGee Mickey P.