What You Can Do

I really didn’t think anybody cared that I was out there. A lot people would just bypass, stumble over me. They didn’t take the time to say, hey, what is up with you? Are you hungry? – Latisha, SOME Client

Do you feel compelled by the problems of homelessness and poverty? Do you want to be more involved in solutions? There are many things you can do to make a positive difference. Check out our suggestions for ways you can:

• Shape public policy
• Raise awareness
• Strengthen community
• Affirm individual dignity

You can be a more effective advocate and community builder when you understand the issues and potential solutions. We hope the advocacy section of this website helps. For additional ideas, take a look at our suggestions for ways you can learn more.

Would you like to share our suggestions or use them in groups you work with? Here they are boiled down to age-appropriate one-pagers:

• What You Can Do (Middle School Students)
• What You Can Do (High School Students)
• What You Can Do (Adults)

If you have questions or suggestions, please contact us at advocacy@some.org. We're eager to help and to learn.