Conrad N. Hilton Foundation reposted this
Today, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority released the results of the 2024 Point-in-Time Count — and they are promising. Here’s what we know: After years of steady increases in these Counts, the number of unhoused Angelenos is down 2.2% in the City of Los Angeles and down 0.2% across the County. If we go deeper, the number of people experiencing homelessness in L.A. County without shelter is down more than 5%, and the number of those with access to shelter is up more than 12%. These Point-in-Time Counts are vital in helping us understand our impact on the region, and it’s clear those involved are making important progress to turn the tide on the homelessness crisis. While these numbers are promising, we still have a long way to go. Addressing the County’s historic homelessness and housing affordability crisis requires sustained and coordinated action. That’s why I’m so proud that earlier this week, I sat down with California Community Foundation President and CEO Miguel A. Santana and experts from across sectors for the inaugural meeting of the new Los Angeles County Leadership Table. This governance body was just launched to increase coordination across the County’s approach to homelessness and provide a needed layer of accountability and oversight to help ensure more meaningful results are achieved in the years ahead. The Leadership Table will also play an important role in the implementation of the “Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions and Prevention Now” ballot measure, should it pass this November. In light of the Supreme Court decision upholding a law aimed at banning homeless residents from sleeping outdoors, I remain optimistic that LA's city and county leaders will continue to build on the progress made. Making homelessness illegal does not solve homelessness. It is far more effective, and efficient, to address the root causes and provide services that get people off the street and into permanent housing. I am honored to contribute to developing a unified action plan to accelerate progress in solving this problem. The Hilton Foundation remains steadfast in our belief that homelessness in LA can — and must — be rare, brief, and one-time. I’m excited to work with all of you to make this a reality. https://lnkd.in/gzCDkqrj
I appreciate sharing the learning as to what is working to help house more people. It's a matter of dignity, kindness and giving opportunity that so often alludes those who do not have adequate housing. THanks for sharing this news!
Joe Ferullo
1w
Thank you for your analysis here, Peter, and for your dedication to changing homelessness into a condition that is, as you write, “rare, brief, and one time.”
Ribka Fox
2w
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Excellent article Peter.
Officer of The Salvation Army
2wThank you for your steadfastness. I too am optimistic, as LA has the right narrative, the right policy tools, and the right commitment. It is the consistency of righteousness that will create success. We are believing for the citizens of LA and practitioners across the country who are watching. Thank you for the leadership.