Homelessness is an issue that we
have all witnessed in some shape or form, and it is a tragic reality for too
many Canadians--but did you know that a third of those are youth? ("Youth" 2007) I feel that this
generation of youth have so much to offer and it saddens me to think of that
potential being squandered on the streets.
As discouraging as it may seem, though, there are so many hopeful initiatives being undertaken, here in New Brunswick not only to stop these young people from slipping through the cracks, but to help them to reach their goals and pursue their ambitions, and thus give themselves brighter futures as valuable members of society. The Greater Moncton Homelessness Steering Committee is one such initiative; it works with New Brunswickers who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless--including youth. I intend to try and help their efforts in a small way, by raising awareness of youth homelessness in New Brunswick, but also fostering hope; in each of my blog entries I will try to shine a light on youth homelessness and it's costs and consequences, but I will also offer hope. The homeless youth of New Brunswick may have a dark present, but they have bright futures, and it is up to all of us to help them get there.
As discouraging as it may seem, though, there are so many hopeful initiatives being undertaken, here in New Brunswick not only to stop these young people from slipping through the cracks, but to help them to reach their goals and pursue their ambitions, and thus give themselves brighter futures as valuable members of society. The Greater Moncton Homelessness Steering Committee is one such initiative; it works with New Brunswickers who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless--including youth. I intend to try and help their efforts in a small way, by raising awareness of youth homelessness in New Brunswick, but also fostering hope; in each of my blog entries I will try to shine a light on youth homelessness and it's costs and consequences, but I will also offer hope. The homeless youth of New Brunswick may have a dark present, but they have bright futures, and it is up to all of us to help them get there.
References
(2007). Youth Homelessness. Retrieved from http://www.shelterhouse.on.ca/article/youth-homelessness-147.asp
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