ENDING CHILD
& YOUTH
HOMELESSNESS

Why This Issue Matters

Addressing housing insecurity is crucial to ensuring the well-being of Westchester’s youngest residents. Whether it involves living in temporary housing, shelters, or unsheltered areas, the mental, emotional and physical impact on children is life-altering.

WCA's Current Efforts

Join Us in Ensuring Fairness: Court Watching Program
WCA, in partnership with our community allies, is launching a court watching program to promote justice in eviction courts and strengthen our advocacy against homelessness.

What is Court Watching?
It’s the practice of observing court proceedings with a focus on equity and documenting critical aspects to drive change. This powerful tool influences decision-makers and fosters accountability.

Our first group of dedicated volunteers is already in action. Want to make a difference? Subscribe now to volunteer for eviction court watching in the future.

Find the Exact Numbers You Need

WCA is dedicated to providing you with precise and dependable data. Navigate through our extensive collections to find the exact numbers you need to support your goals.

Take Action

A renter in Westchester earning an average wage needs to work 75 hours a week or hold 1.9 jobs to afford a two-bedroom apartment. This is why Child & Youth Homelessness is a key issue area for WCA!

More Resources

  1. NEW! Volunteer for our Eviction Court Watching Program (4/11/2023)
  2. See our Westchester County Child & Youth Homelessness Data Dashboard
  3. Released our report, “Making the Invisible Visible: Westchester’s Hidden Homeless Children and Youth.”
  4. Advocating for a broader definition and standards for alternative housing.
  5. Fighting for an accurate count of children and youth experiencing homelessness.
  6. Convening a workgroup focused on child and youth homelessness in Westchester.
  7. Expanding homeless prevention services targeting homeless children and youth.

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