Change Begins with Awareness.
When it comes to homelessness, education is key to fostering understanding and driving meaningful action. This page is designed to provide you with critical information on the state of homelessness in Louisville, including current legislation, the challenges our unsheltered neighbors face, and ways that you can get involved. By educating ourselves, we become better equipped to advocate for change, contribute to lasting solutions, and build a more compassionate community. Let’s work together to create a future where everyone has a place to call home.
current legislation
Changes in legislation can directly affect the homeless community in Louisville. Stay updated on local laws and regulations that influence housing, shelter availability, and the rights of our neighbors on the streets. We’ve compiled links to recent bills, policy changes, and advocacy initiatives. These changes have a real, lasting impact on those in need, and understanding them is key to supporting effective solutions.
looking at the numbers
With thousands of people experiencing homelessness in the Louisville metro area each year, it’s more important than ever to grasp the statistics that shape the conversation. Homelessness has increased by 41% over the past three years, with 1,605 individuals affected as of January 2023, including 204 children. The chronically homeless population alone stands at 506 individuals.
resources, media & Literature
Explore the issue of homelessness on a national level through powerful resources like *National Alliance to End Homelessness* and the *U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness*, which provide data and ways to take action. For a deeper dive, check out *Evicted* by Matthew Desmond or the documentary *The Homeless Chronicles* to hear real stories and challenges from across the country.