Homelessness is on the rise, even though unemployment rates are slowly declining. And the world seems to be involved in a constant debate about what we should be doing in order to help the issue. While some believe that homelessness and laziness have a direct correlation, others take a more empathetic approach, understanding the fact that some people may just not be as fortunate as us.
And one such charitable soul is none other than A$AP Rocky.
Homelessness has been on the rise for over a decade.
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It seems as if more and more people are ending up on the streets. With the current economic climate making it harder for people to keep up with their rent, the issue is getting out of hand.And don't even get us started on owning your own home.
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Judging by the rate of inflation, the younger generation won't be able to own their own home in their lifetime.Statistics have shown that this is more than just a national crisis.
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According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Annual Homeless Assessment Report, in 2018, on a given night, there were over 553,000 homeless people in the United States. And that was only on that one night.Countries around the globe are divided on how to deal with the issue effectively.
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National reports have shown that over 2% of the world's population is homeless. If that had to be converted into a solid figure, it would range between 150-160 million people.However, these reports also disclose that twenty percent of the world's population lacks adequate housing.
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That equates to almost 1.6 billion people.With these statistics in mind, it's easier to understand that some people may not be as fortunate as us.
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And it's easy to brand them as lazy or idle, but when the current job sector is already overflowing with candidates, it becomes a more difficult task trying to get on the ladder.But, sometimes, all that the homeless need is a chance.
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Recently, The Independent revealed that food giant, Pret a Manger, was planning to give jobs to the homeless.