Homes, Hope, and Inequality: The Role of Charities in South Africa's Homeless Crisis

PRASHAD (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

250 Seiten

2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-28044-2 (ISBN)

Infos

Homes, Hope, and Inequality: The Role of Charities in South Africa's Homeless Crisis" tackles the complex issue of homelessness in South Africa, exploring the role of charities in offering aid and advocating for change.The book goes beyond simply highlighting the plight of the homeless. It delves into the root causes of homelessness in South Africa, including poverty, social exclusion, and lack of affordable housing.You'll discover the diverse landscape of South African homeless charities, from those providing emergency shelter and food to those offering job training and skills development programs aimed at long-term solutions. The book explores the challenges faced by charities, limited resources being a major one, while also showcasing success stories of individuals who found a path out of homelessness with their help."Homes, Hope, and Inequality" examines the complex relationship between charities and the government. It explores how charities can work alongside policymakers to advocate for systemic changes that address the root causes of homelessness.This book is a compelling read for anyone interested in social justice, homelessness, and the power of charitable action in South Africa. It offers a critical yet hopeful perspective on the fight to end homelessness and create a more equitable future.

Autor

Professor Rahul Prasad is a renowned expert in the field of concrete science and materials, with a particular focus on Alkali-Aggregate Reaction (AAR) mitigation. He brings a wealth of experience to the table, having conducted extensive research, published groundbreaking studies, and provided crucial guidance to the construction industry worldwide. Professor Prasad's dedication to combating AAR, also known as concrete cancer, is evident in his authorship of "Combating Concrete Cancer: A Global Guide to Alkali-Aggregate Reaction Mitigation." This comprehensive text serves as a valuable resource for engineers, builders, and material scientists working to ensure the durability and longevity of concrete infrastructure across the globe. Professor Prasad's contributions extend beyond academia. He actively collaborates with industry professionals, policymakers, and researchers to develop and implement effective AAR mitigation strategies. His commitment to knowledge sharing and capacity building empowers stakeholders around the world to construct safer, more sustainable concrete structures.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 5.7.2024
• Verlagsort: Mali kaya
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 155 x 234 mm
• Gewicht: 426 g
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► EU / Internationales Recht
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Privatrecht / Bürgerliches Recht ► Internationales Privatrecht
• Schlagworte: Access to housing • Crisis • Government • Homelessness • Intervention • Poverty • Social safety • south african • sustainability • vulnerability
• ISBN-10: 3-384-28044-X / 338428044X
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-28044-2 / 9783384280442
• Zustand: Neuware