In today's article we will explore the fascinating world of Homelessness in Sweden, a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. From its impact on society to its varied applications in daily life, Homelessness in Sweden has proven to be a topic of unquestionable relevance in today's world. Throughout this article, we will take an in-depth look at the various facets of Homelessness in Sweden, from its origins to its evolution today. Immerse yourself in this exciting journey and discover everything the world of Homelessness in Sweden has to offer.
Homelessness in Sweden affects some 34,000 people.
The Swedish government's response to homelessness has included commissioning national surveys on homelessness during the last decade that allow for direct comparison between Sweden, Denmark and Norway. The three countries have very similar definitions of homelessness, with minor variations.
Some researchers maintain that measures to counteract homelessness in Sweden are largely dependent on a general premise equating homelessness with addiction, mental illness and deviance. On the other hand, youth homelessness is considered a child protection problem.
There are several street newspapers in Sweden. Situation Sthlm, was founded in 1995 and was Sweden's only street newspaper until Faktum and Aluma were founded early in the 2000s.
In 2006 the three street newspapers were awarded the grand prize of Publicistklubben (Swedish Publicists' Association).
In 2013, a Swedish tech company created software for the homeless newspaper vendors to accept credit card payments via a mobile app.
In 2015, a Swedish art exhibition at Malmö Konsthall titled “The Alien Within: A Living Laboratory of Western Society” included two homeless people from Romania. The homeless people were not accepting money from visitors but were paid at hourly rate by the event organizers.
Researchers have found that excess mortality among homeless men and women in Stockholm is entirely related to alcohol and drug abuse.
Some researchers have conducted studies on the oral health of homeless people in Sweden and found that they have fewer remaining teeth than the general population.