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Celebrate the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act 45th Anniversary During #NRPM2019
October 31, 2019
Every November, National Runaway Prevention Month (NRPM) shines a light on runaway and homeless youth issues and raises awareness about the programs and resources available to support these young people. This year, NRPM aligns with the 45th anniversary of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act.
Rural Youth Homelessness in America
October 21, 2019
Homelessness is not just a problem in large cities. In fact, rural youth are as likely to experience homelessness as their counterparts in urban areas. Combined with greater distances to reach social services and less infrastructure than in urban areas, young people experiencing homelessness in rural areas face unique challenges.
Get to Know a Grantee: Looking Glass
October 9, 2019
The RHY Clearinghouse developed the Get to Know a Grantee questionnaire to illustrate the great variety of youth-serving FYSB grantees, to share their insights on the work that they do, and to inspire collaboration and the sharing of experiences and ideas. This month, we feature Looking Glass Youth and Family Services in Eugene, OR. Looking Glass was among the first youth-serving organizations to receive FYSB funding; they were first awarded an RHY grant in 1974.
Education Help for Runaway and Homeless Youth
June 17, 2019
For more than 30 years, one piece of federal legislation has ensured that runaway and homeless youth receive the same educational opportunities as their peers with stable housing. In this RHY Issue Brief, you'll find information about the McKinney-Vento Act, students' rights under the legislation, where to find state and local Coordinators for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth, and much more.