Although the homeless situation in the United States of America is under the radar and is only about 500,000 people, which is statistically lower than any other nation in the world, it still drives people crazy. Additionally we do need to do something about the homeless folks in our nation, but unfortunately homeless shelters are something that no one wants in the community.
The NIMBY affect is alive and well when it comes to people who wish to put in a homeless shelter. No one wants homeless people all around their businesses or in their neighborhoods, as it attracts the wrong element and potentially can lead to theft in the area. Homeless shelters need to be very aware of the importance of public relations and community goodwill in their local areas.
Convincing local residents, that a homeless shelter will be going in down the street usually sends a firestorm of frenzy to the local planning commission meeting. However, if the homeless shelters promoters can do a bang up PR job in advance using all the local media and getting local politicians and community leaders to sign on to the project, then much of the outrage can be eliminated before it starts.
We must do something about the homeless situation in the United States of America and homeless shelters are the answer to help those that want to get off the street with an easier path. Please consider this in 2006.
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