the stats
at CTI youth services between what ages are considered a youth?
18-24 !
How do stereotypes about homeless youth affect policy decisions? (accepting one answer )
- less funding
- criminalization
- dismissal
What does “control the delivery, not the message” protect?
controlling your emotions, tone and behavior while keeping your message the same.
What is one way shelters can unintentionally exclude youth?
- lack of privacy
- not youth lead/ youth spaces
- age restrictions
- safety concerns
What is the largest animal on Earth?
Blue whale
True or False: Most homeless youth stay on the streets for more than a year.
false: most youth bounce around consistently
Why might a homeless youth choose to avoid shelters?( accepting 1 answer)
- safety
- being forced to leave during the day
- unsanitary
- rules
- treatment
Name two method for keeping calm when someone dismisses your lived experience.
- deep breathes
- taking space
- processing before speaking
How do racism and housing discrimination intersect with youth homelessness? (accepting 1 answer)
- biases /stigma / discrimination in housing market
- racial wealth gaps
- historical housing polices
- crimination
How many legs does a lobster have
10
what is the biggest reason youth become homeless
family conflict
Most youth experiencing homelessness have experienced more than one type of housing instability (shelters, couch surfing, street). true or false
true
How can presenting facts alongside personal stories make your advocacy stronger?
Adds credibility, appeals to logic and empathy, balances emotion with evidence
What’s one way zoning laws or city planning unintentionally make it harder for youth to find stable housing?
sleeping outside ordnance
Which mammal is capable of true flight?
The bat
Which U.S. state has one of the highest rates of youth homelessness per capita?
California (or your local state for context)
Homeless youth who appear “independent” no longer need help. explain why
false
youth can become homeless again at any moment
always need mental health supports
What is the difference between venting and advocating?
Venting expresses emotion; advocacy is strategic communication to achieve a goal
Why is access to transportation considered a major barrier for youth experiencing homelessness?
Without reliable transportation, youth struggle to attend school, work, or access shelters and services
Limits independence and stability
What part of the human body contains the smallest bones?
ear
why is homeless youth often undercounted (3 answers)
- stigma
- misinformation
: Earning more money always helps homeless youth become more stable. explain why
this can cause youth to lose their benefits
If you were talking to a policymaker about improving youth homelessness, name two ways they could make meaningful change.
-invest in comprehensive support programs, not just housing
- Prevent homelessness before it starts
- housing for youth like they do for elderly
Why might requiring identification documents create barriers for homeless youth? ( 4 answers)
- no home to mail or receive the ID
- cannot get a job
- cannot prove who they are
- cannot receive government benefits
Which planet is closest to the Sun
mercury