California Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention, and Education (HOPE) Month.
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Overview
This resolution designates November 2026 as California Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention, and Education (HOPE) Month. It acknowledges the significant issue of youth homelessness in California, highlighting the vulnerability of young people, particularly those experiencing poverty, abuse, or involvement with the foster care system. The resolution aims to raise awareness and encourage action from individuals, schools, and government entities to support programs and initiatives addressing youth homelessness.
Key provisions
- Designates November 2026 as California Youth HOPE Month.
- Recognizes the need for action on behalf of runaway and homeless youth.
- Acknowledges the prevalence of youth homelessness in California, citing statistics on unaccompanied homeless youth and those in foster care.
- Highlights the challenges faced by homeless youth, including vulnerability to exploitation and substance abuse.
- References the California Youth Crisis Line and its services.
- Notes the increase in youth housing beds in California.
- Recognizes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth homelessness.
- Mentions the role of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness.
Who is affected
- Runaway and homeless youth (ages 12-24)
- Youth in foster care
- Schools and educational systems
- Local governments and communities
- California residents
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