Runaway and Homeless Youth

This research agenda (PDF, 19 pages) offers a roadmap for academic researchers, philanthropy, students, and others committed to advancing the most effective responses to homelessness in the United States. Through this research agenda, USICH seeks to:  Strengthen the nation’s collective knowledge base on what works to prevent and end homelessness through ...

This letter (PDF, 5 pages) provides information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) time-limit work requirement. The newly established ABAWD exceptions exempt youth who are experiencing homelessness and young adults who are exiting foster care from the three-month time-limit. Learn more (PDF, ...

This webpage features a library of videos highlighting the experiences, lessons learned, and recommendations of the parents who contributed to the 5th Edition of “What To Do When Your Child Is Missing: A Family Survival Guide.” The videos are excerpts from long-form interviews conducted with parents in January 2023. Learn ...

This webinar recording explores the challenges faced by English learners (ELs) experiencing homelessness, strategies for partnership and collaboration, and promising practices to sustain wraparound supports beyond the availability of American Rescue Plan – Homeless Children and Youth (ARP-HCY) funding. Learn more.  ...

The report (PDF, 17 pages) describes effective strategies for collaborating with community-based organizations at the state and local levels for program implementation. The report includes examples of collaborations between local education agencies and community-based organizations. The report is designed for state coordinators for homeless education, local homeless education liaisons, and ...

This article shares resources to help with housing, healthcare, or food access needs for young people and adults experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness. Learn more. 

This webinar recording shares the importance of incorporating meaningful leadership opportunities for students and families into programming. Discussion topics include:   A high-level overview of the dynamics of family and youth homelessness in the United States  Authentic engagement of families and youth with lived experience of homelessness  The seven principles of “Nothing About Us ...

This fact sheet (PDF, 3 pages) provides answers to common questions about financial aid eligibility for youth experiencing homelessness. Additional resources are provided. Learn more (PDF, 3 pages). 

This brief describes how one local educational agency (LEA) is using American Rescue Plan Act – Homeless Children and Youth (ARP-HCY) funding to support LGBTQI+ students at risk of or experiencing homelessness. The brief discusses the importance of providing wraparound support for LGBTQI+ students experiencing homelessness and explores promising practices ...

This archived webinar focused on providing emergency preparedness support to students experiencing homelessness. The webinar discussed:   Criteria for a student to be considered a homeless child or youth under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act  Educational rights of students who are experiencing homelessness and the responsibilities associated with ensuring their needs are met  Unique ...