Homelessness Crisis and Trade Skills Development

Portland, Oregon is witnessing a crisis as immigrant families from Venezuela, who migrated expecting work opportunities, are finding themselves homeless and living in tents due to a lack of resources. In contrast, high school students in Schaumburg, Illinois, and Southeast Georgia are gaining valuable construction skills by building houses and participating in competitions, highlighting a growing interest in trades careers. Meanwhile, the New Reflections Technical Institute in Kansas City is engaging students in building tiny homes for the homeless, aiming to provide shelter and teach practical skills. Additionally, the Mustard Seed Communities nonprofit is making significant impacts globally, providing care for vulnerable populations in several countries, supported by volunteers from Kentucky. These diverse efforts reflect both challenges and proactive community-driven solutions in addressing homelessness and skill development across different regions.