In today's world, news seems to happen faster than ever. Fortunately, there's an invaluable tool in keeping up with the latest happenings and trends: Twitter. Far from an exclusive news source, anybody with access to a computer or phone can share their perspective with the world.
With homeless issues in America expected to only deepen in coming months, thanks to loss of employment for many, looming evictions, and Covid-19-impacted homeless service agencies, it's more important than ever to stay on top of homelessness news.
Here are 26 of the top homeless-related Twitter accounts you should be following right now. (in alphabetical order)
The International Network of Street Papers is an organization that supports "independent media and quality journalism that provide a source of income and support to people experiencing poverty." More than 20,500 people have earned an income by selling a street paper, and the network has supported more than 300,000 marginalized people since 1989, according to the group. Their Twitter account highlights the work of street papers across the world, adding an important perspective to current events.
The Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) Is focused on supportive housing: Give the men and women on the streets a home and support them with care they need. Their account highlights supportive housing and other issues.
This agency has a singular goal: End homelessness in Los Angeles County, one of the hotspots of homelessness in America.
Gale Holland is a Los Angeles Times journalist who covers skid row and homelessness. Her Twitter account highlights social issues that affect not just Los Angelenos, but people everywhere.
Tristia Bauman's twitter feed is a must-read for homeless and poverty issues.
Mark Horvath founded Invisible People, and his feed is a mix of personal observations and important news about homelessness and other issues.
Homebase is a San Francisco-based organization seeking to end and prevent homelessness and reduce policy with its team of legal, policy, and data experts.
Loki Laufeyson is an artist, writer, and activist who is homeless due to disability, according to her bio. Look for a mix of inspiring art and important articles.
A homelessness-focused online research and resource library. This Canadian organization is part of The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness
This London-based organization represents charities across England that are working to end homelessness.
Invisible People is a site that highlights the issues facing "The Invisible People," the homeless among us, through a mix of journalism and advocacy. Their often-updated Twitter account will keep you informed of the latest news about homelessness. Through their work, the homeless are no longer invisible.
Jeff Olivet is an activist, speaker, and author who runs Jo Consulting. The group seeks to have positive outcomes for historically marginalized people, according to their site. Olivet has worked in homelessness, behavioral health, and public health for more than 25 years, according to his site.
Joe Smith is the Advocacy Director for Sacramento Loaves & Fishes, and has dedicated his Twitter account to speaking on behalf of the homeless and poor at every opportunity, according to his bio.
Kelly Doran, MD MHS is an emergency physician researcher studying homelessness and substance use issues.
This is the Twitter feed for Mercy Housing, a national affordable housing nonprofit. The Denver, Colo.-based organization seeks a world where housing is affordable, poverty alleviated, and communities healthy, according to their site.
Tune in for the latest from the National Alliance to End Homelessness, a non-profit organization committed to ending homelessness in America. The group works with federal and local partners for initiatives to end homelessness.
The National Housing Conference works for making safe, decent, and affordable housing for everybody in America, according to their site. Their Twitter feed contains important news and advocacy.
The National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty is the only national legal group dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness, according to their mission.
The National Coalition for the Homeless is a network of individuals and organizations committed to ending homelessness, states their bio. Follow for news and resources.
This Philadelphia-based non-profit works to help people break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through affordable housing, employment, health care, and education, according to their site.
This is the account for Picture The Homeless, a grassroots organization founded and led by homeless people themselves. Follow them for advocacy and information.
The Skid Row Housing Trust provides nearly 2,000 supportive homes to people who have experienced homelessness, according to their own bio. Watch their feed for a housing-first perspective.
This is the account of the Seattle Times' reporters who explore causes of homelessness and spotlighting solutions in Seattle, Wash.
This is the twitter feed for the federal government council that coordinates federal response to homelessness.
This agency is dedicated to helping veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Watch their feed for the latest news and issues affecting homeless veterans.
This is the Twitter feed for Western Regional Advocacy Project - WRAP - which is dedicated to eliminating the root causes of homelessness and poverty, as well as demanding civil and human rights and affordable housing, according to their site.
Your hometown. Homelessness hits all around us: From big cities to small towns and the most rural areas. Try plugging your own home plus "homeless" into Twitter to see valuable resources for you.