As we have been able to see through the resources provided to us this week, homelessness and poverty are grave issues that affect a multitude of individuals across the nation. The documentary and articles provided this week were eye-opening in showing how this issue impacts youth, and the many facets of this issue beyond the financial circumstances: mental health, discrimination, and even immigration issues. Though these themes and topics are all important to address, two themes that particularly stood out to me were the need to understand and be compassionate towards those with diverse housing situations, and the ability schools or educators have in being a safe haven for the homeless or impoverished youth.

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