Real 2850 Week 1

Question 1

What is Homelessness Defination

Answer 1

Homelessness describes the situation of an individual, family or community without stable, safe, permanent,
appropriate housing, or the immediate prospect, means and ability of acquiring it. It is the result of systemic or
societal barriers, a lack of affordable and appropriate housing, the individual/household’s financial, mental,
cognitive, behavioural or physical challenges, and/or racism and discrimination