A new B.C.-based study undercuts the persistent stereotype that homeless people can't be trusted with cash, according to the lead researcher who says it also highlights a different way to respond to the crisis.

Zhao says having data on how people who did get the money actually spent it is something she thinks will help counteract stereotypes, increase empathy and potentially get skeptics and the public on board with the idea of providing cash transfers.

Now that the study is complete, the plan is to replicate it and expand it to other cities in Canada and the U.S.

  • Hillock@kbin.social
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    2 years ago

    I am surprised it led to only 99 days fewer in homelessness compared to the control group that didn’t receive money. But I suppose it just shows how fucked the current housing market is.