Causes of Youth Homelessness

Youth may find themselves suffering from homelessness in a variety of different ways.

• A parents loss of employment where the youth's provider no longer has stable income
• Leaving on one's own accord because of domestic violence
• The loss of a house due to a natural disaster or fire
• Being kicked out by a guardian because of a dispute, unwanted pregnancy or mental illness

These causes of youth homelessness can quickly escalate into a life of dangerous actions. Homeless youth are at a greate risk of not surviving the streets because of their vulnerability and inexperiance.