The Concept of Homelessness

Homelessness is redefined not just as a physical absence of shelter, but as a broader existential condition involving sharing and hospitality. This understanding challenges traditional notions of home as a sovereign space, suggesting instead that true homes are places of constant transgression and violation of boundaries. For example, the discussion evokes the works of Gil Scott-Heron, illustrating how home connects to feelings of pain and alienation. This perspective emphasizes that homelessness involves a continuous practice of giving homes away, highlighting the relational aspects of living and belonging.