Dr. Gregg Colburn’s new book, “Homelessness is a Housing Problem,” aims to understand why some U.S. cities struggle more than others with high rates of homelessness. By examining the commonly believed causes of homelessness – drug addiction, mental health, poverty, weather, benefits/services, and low income mobility – Colburn’s research explains how these causes fail to account for differences in homelessness rates from city to city and within a single region. His work ultimately points to housing market conditions, such as rent prices and the availability of affordable housing, as providing a strong explanation for this cross-city variation, as well as a path forward for policy change.
A panel of experts will discuss Professor Colburn’s research after his presentation to delve into how we can dispel conventional beliefs and build support for solving homelessness.
Happy Housers Event This September
Happy Housers, A Quarterly Happy Hour Event
TICKETS NOW 50% OFF! Join us at Dr. Funk in Downtown San Jose.
Join us for a special Happy Housers Happy Hour, sponsored in partnership with our friends at Equity Forward Anchor Network (EFAN)!
You’re in for a good conversation over drinks with people who care about creating a more inclusive Silicon Valley. It’s a chance to swap ideas, make new connections, and talk about how local campuses, churches, and community institutions could help open doors for more housing.
Come curious, leave connected.
Whether you’re deep in the housing world or just curious about what’s possible, this is your space to meet new people, share ideas, and be inspired.
Drink ticket and light appetizers included with ticket purchase.