The research topic I wish to write on will discuss current and past initiatives to deal with the problem of homelessness. I will also  touch on and critically discuss other problems this neighborhood faces such as, substance abuse, social disorder and crime in general.

 

 Homelessness is not a simple problem with a simple solution. The impacts this problem has on our many public agencies is ever increasing in a negative way. Understanding what the problem of homelessness actually is, is only the start. It is my goal to provide a good working definition of the problem.  In addition, my research will be informative and useful for anyone seeking further information on this topic. 

 

 I will do my best to provide all the neccessary information a reader would need to develop an opinion of thier own, but I will also construct an argument relating to how I find current policy to be ineffective and why. I will specifically look at the Four Pillars Approach, discuss the policy and provide a critical analysis of its implementatin and why I believe it does little to solve issues related to homelessness.

 

 I feel it is most important to look closely at these policies and the agencies currently working toward a solution. It is my belief that many agencies and policies were developed to address issues that are symptoms of homelessness as opposed to the issues that actually create these conditions.

 

My Interest,

 

 I am a long time Vancouver resident, to be more specific I am an east side resident. The experience of living in a neighborhood like mine has motivated me to write and do research on the topic of homelessness in Vancouver. I invite any of you to email me personally with questions or comments about what I am writing on. Perhaps many of you are also residents, I would love to hear from you.

You will also find my contact information using this same navigation bar. I hope many of you find the links useful or at least interesting!