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Ending Homelessness?

The Contrasting Experiences of Denmark, Finland and Ireland

Mike Allen author Nicholas Pleace author Eoin O'Sullivan author Lars Benjaminsen author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bristol University Press

Published:26th Feb '20

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This book offers a comprehensive analysis of Ireland, Denmark, and Finland's efforts to tackle homelessness, highlighting effective policies and strategies.

In Ending Homelessness?, readers are taken on a thorough journey through the efforts made by Ireland, Denmark, and Finland in combating homelessness. The book meticulously examines various initiatives these countries have implemented, providing a detailed comparative analysis of both successful and unsuccessful strategies. It highlights the persistent issue of homelessness in Europe, shedding light on the alarming increase in cases despite the introduction of numerous policies aimed at resolution.

The author delves into the complexities of homelessness, emphasizing that it remains a significant challenge in developed nations. Despite the heightened focus on this crisis, many strategies have fallen short, often merely managing the situation rather than addressing its root causes. Through the lens of Ending Homelessness?, the reader gains insight into the realities faced by these countries and the lessons learned from their experiences.

This book serves as a crucial resource for policymakers and advocates alike, offering essential insights that can inform future initiatives. By presenting a nuanced understanding of what has worked and what has not, Ending Homelessness? contributes meaningfully to the ongoing debate surrounding homelessness, providing hope and direction for jurisdictions striving to eradicate this pressing social issue.

"The lessons unearthed in this book will be pivotal if ending homelessness is to progress from an admirable objective to a realisable goal." Joe Doherty, University of St Andrews.
“An extremely important contribution to our understanding of homelessness. It offers the reader critical insights, as well as concrete suggestions on the policy settings required to end homelessness.” Guy Johnson, RMIT University

ISBN: 9781447347170

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204 pages