Understanding youth homelessness
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According to the latest Scottish Government statistics, there were 8,319 young people registered as homeless in Scotland in 2019/2020. This is a concerning figure as it represents almost 26% of the entire Scottish homeless population, even though young people only make 12% of the nation’s total population!
Understanding youth homelessness
It is important to remember that there are many forms of homelessness, some of them can be very visible such as rough sleeping, others include circumstances where people are living in temporary accommodation (hostels, B&B). However, homelessness also includes what is referred to as hidden homelessness, where young people stay in unsuitable or insecure accommodation, or sofa-surfing with family or friends.
The homelessness route is a negative and stigmatising experience for young people, and it should be avoided whenever possible by early intervention programmes, mediation with the families, suitable affordable accommoda...
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