Counting the 'invisible' homeless women hiding in plain sight
Summary
A group of charity workers in London is conducting counts of homeless women sleeping on the streets, as their numbers are often underestimated. Through the Women's Rough Sleeping Census, they discovered that more women are homeless than government figures suggest because these women often hide for safety reasons.Key Facts
- Charity workers are counting homeless women in London to better understand their situation.
- Many homeless women sleep in places like buses and fast food restaurants to stay safe.
- The Women's Rough Sleeping Census started in 2022 to gather data on homeless women.
- Initial findings show there are over ten times more homeless women than official data suggests.
- Some women disguise themselves or avoid sleeping in public to avoid violence.
- Women experience homelessness differently than men, often with a greater risk of violence.
- Charities offer food vouchers to encourage women to share their experiences.
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