You will find a large amount of information regarding homelessness, from food stamp information to civil and legal rights of homeless people.

Tells of the mission and activities of the National Coalition for the Homeless, a "national advocacy network of homeless persons, activists, service providers, and others committed to ending homelessness through public education, policy...

Losing one's home brings enormous challenges, yet families can be incredibly strong and determined to create a better future. Every family can build a sense of hope and learn ways to cope... and remember that no one is alone.

Stories of homeless teenagers during the Great Depression who crisscrossed the country by illegally riding on trains. Click on the sidebar for information about the film "Riding the Rails" available from PBS, including a transcript of...

A site researched and created by a group of youth in San Diego to raise awareness of the area's homeless issue.

This site gives the poverty guidelines for the past 20 years. Easy to read and understand.

"Join us as we build simple, decent, affordablehouses in partnership with those in need of adequate shelter." Portland Habitat allows you to meet new home owners and read about their attempts to gain housing for their families.

Part of a series, this resource addresses housing conditions following the wars. Homelessness and poor economic conditions led to the eventual development of a federal housing agency. Learn more about these troubled times and the Canada...

Current information on substance abuse with regard to many issues: military families, health, trauma and justice, public awareness and support and housing and homelessness. Also, find information on prevention of substance abuse. Many...

This homepage for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)contains news releases, information about home buying, and links to information for various citizens and groups who would benefit from HUD services.

Learn about current Inuit health and wellness issues and statistical facts. Housing, homelessness as well as climate change are addressed. This site links to many pertinent concerns the Inuit face today.

A murdered king, a homeless ruler, a man who sells his soul to the Devil: discover how Shakespeare and other Renaissance writers represented power and powerlessness.

Do Something is a nationwide network of young people who know they can make a difference in their communities and take action to change the world around them. As part of Do Something, young people are asked what they want to do to make...

This site on the book "Fly Away Home" by Eve Bunting, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about with students, activities related to the story, a list of related books, and links to other resources.

Read about contracts, warranties, credit, deceptive sales practices, cars, and housing--important topics for consumers. This website provides introductory material to each of the above topics and links for further information and research.

Read about the real lives of young, poor urban boys who tried to make a living selling newspapers on the street corners of American cities.

This site, presented by The Kansas Collection, provides insight into the westward expansion of orphan children from New York City. The page houses links to stories, newspaper articles, history, and graphics associated with the Orphan...

Learn about the life of the founder of the Children's Defense Fund. Marian Wright Edelman is a tireless champion for civil rights and an advocate for children.