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Cost of Oregon Evictions

New Report Shows Oregon Evictions Could cost $3.3 Billion

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Homelessness at PSU

PSU Housing and Food Insecurity Report results available now

Homelessness on campus

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Homelessness Research

Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative

Homelessness Research

Changing Narratives

Elevating the conversation on homelessness through research and storytelling

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Innovative Solutions

Exploring ideas from building temporary villages to creating hygiene centers

Research with impact

HRAC addresses the challenges of homelessness through research that uncovers conditions that lead to and perpetuate homelessness. Our goal is to help reduce homelessness and its negative impacts on individuals, families and communities, with an emphasis on communities of color.

Homelessness research

Research & Action

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Weekly National Updates

Get the latest on approaches to homelessness and COVID-19 in the center's weekly updates from experts and news sources around the world.

Updates on Homelessness, COVID

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Find help during the COVID-19 outbreak including food, supplies, public hygiene stations, guidelines, and more.

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New Research

As many as 35% of Oregon renters owe back rent, according to a recent study by Faculty Researcher Dr. Lisa K. Bates. That number increases to 56% for people of color. Even with an extension of the current moratorium, Oregon will likely only delay the evictions without additional supports.

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How to Help

Consider donating time, supplies, or money to nonprofits on the frontlines helping the houseless & hungry during this pandemic.

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Library Resources

The Portland State University Library and our center created a special topic page on Homelessness for researchers and the general public. Find everything from data and statistics to stories from those with lived experiences.

For researchers and the public

Faculty Membership

PI-eligible faculty at PSU and OHSU can apply for membership to receive priority access to funding and partnership opportunities.

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Your gift will support community partnerships, student researchers, faculty projects, and our overall work to address homelessness.

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Email

homelessness@pdx.edu

Telephone

(503) 725-2150

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1600 SW 4th Ave., Suite 425A
Portland, OR, 97201