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Author Archives: Josiah Haken

Josiah Haken

Josiah Haken is the CEO of City Relief, a non-profit organization fighting homelessness through weekly pop-up outreach events in New York City and New Jersey, where guests can access meals, supplies, and local services. With over a decade of street outreach experience, Josiah brings a unique perspective to urban poverty. He holds an M.A. in Ministry, Leadership, and Culture from Fresno Pacific University and is the author of Neighbors With No Doors: The Truth About Homelessness, and How You Can Make a Difference.

homelessness, mental health and system failure

Homelessness Isn’t a Choice—It’s a Failure of Systems