by Anjana Nair When approaching global issues like homelessness, we often look for large-scale solutions. However, sometimes making a difference can be as simple as saying hello.  So… if you are passionate about a global issue, but have been overwhelmed by the growing disconnect between the problem and viable solutions, read below for some tips on the hardest part: getting started.  1. Use your voice through social media We have seen thousands of movements sparked  just by a

by Sofia Dirawi Currently, 48 out of 50 states have implemented bans on basic survival activities for individuals, including sleeping, eating, sitting, or living in one’s own car (United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, 2022). Anti-homeless laws are widespread laws across the U.S. that aim to criminalize homelessness and make it more difficult for homeless people to carry out the basic daily activities necessary to survival (Western Regional Advocacy Project, 20

by Varshini Viswanathan Homelessness is one of the most visible and misunderstood social issues today. At Living Outside, we engage with...

Walking past someone living outside, it's easy to forget that they are  someone's brother or uncle,  sister or parent.  They didn't just...

Have you ever walked past a homeless person and looked the other way so you didn’t have to feel guilty about not giving anything? Or...

At Living Outside, we strongly believe that homeless people are dignified humans worthy of love and care. This manifests itself every...

People living outside may be homeless, but they are not helpless, friendless, meaningless, purposeless, or dignity-less. They simply live...