Housing Insecurity in Paradise

A Student Gallery and Conversation on Housing: Challenges & Opportunities while Attending FAU

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 12:00 PM, Social Science Building (SO-44) in the Rotonda
Florida Atlantic, Boca Raton

Five students met in Spring 2024 to visually document their perspectives on housing challenges while attending FAU. We invite you to a gallery opening displaying their images, followed by a conversation about housing insecurity for college students.   What does housing insecurity mean? Definition: The state of not having stable or adequate living arrangements, especially due to risk of eviction or because one lives in unsafe or uncomfortable conditions. 

Topics:

• Learn about housing insecurity
• See student pictures
• Learn about student housing options

Speakers:

• Danielle Groton, DSW Coordinator, Associate Professor Sandler School of Social Work Area of expertise: homelessness and housing 
  
  
• Kaila Witkowski, Assistant Professor, School of Public Administration, Area of expertise: PhotoVoice 
  
  
• Matthew Patterson, PhD Student, School of Public Administration, Champions Empowering Champions Board Member

This event is Event is free and open to the public. 
Contact Kaila Witkowski at kwitkowski@actupforjesus.com for more information.