

Inside America's homeless encampment sweeps
Dec 12, 2024
Nicole Santa Cruz, an investigative reporter from ProPublica, delves into the harsh realities of homelessness and encampment sweeps. Mike Johnston, Denver's mayor, shares insights on his House 1000 initiative aimed at tackling unsheltered homelessness. Mark Dones discusses evidence-based strategies for sustainably addressing this crisis. Together, they paint a picture of the emotional toll of encampment sweeps, the necessity of permanent housing, and the complex interplay of community safety and compassion in overcoming homelessness.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Homelessness Crisis: Personal Stories and Public Response
01:30 • 11min
Exploring the Impact of Homelessness Sweeps in America
12:32 • 2min
Portland's Approach to Homeless Encampments
14:22 • 4min
Facing the Homelessness Crisis in Denver
18:28 • 3min
Transforming Homelessness in Denver
21:48 • 10min
Implementing Housing First Solutions
31:35 • 17min