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Infographic: 40 to None Day - The True Colors Fund

This week’s infographic comes to us from the True Colors Fund, an organization aiming to raise awareness about and help bring an end to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth homelessness. Today, Wednesday 27th April 2016, is 40 to None Day, a day to raise public awareness about LGBT* youth homelessness. Approximately 40% of youth experiencing homelessness identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT), yet LGBT young people make up less than 7% of the general youth population.

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Infographic: Homeless Deaths in BC

This week’s infographic, published by Megaphone, takes a look at homeless deaths in British Columbia. Megaphone is a monthly magazine published by the not-for-profit Street Corner Media Foundation. Printed copies of the magazine are sold by the non-profit to vendors for 75 cents, and sold by the vendor for two dollars, which adds up to a $1.25 profit per sold magazine copy.

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Infographic: Fredericton Homeless Count 2016

This week’s infographic comes to us from the Fredericton Community Action Group on Homelessness and looks at two surveys conducted in New Brunswick’s capital earlier this year. The group brings together non-profit organizations, government representatives and community leads who are working together to end homelessness in Fredericton. Data was gathered by a team composed of over 40 volunteers and 10 partner agencies.

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Infographic: The Case for Change

This week’s infographic comes to us from Homeless Link, an organization based out of the United Kingdom that works with shelters, advocacy groups, as well as policymakers to create meaningful change in the homeless sector. The infographic focuses on individuals with complex needs who are experiencing homelessness.

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Infographic: Hunger in Nunavut

This week’s infographic, published by Food Banks Canada, takes a look at food insecurity in Nunavut. Food Banks Canada is a non-profit organization that works to support a network food banks, food agencies and other groups that function at the community level to offer assistance and support to families and individuals experiencing food insecurity.

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