Category Archives: Volunteer Voice
One of the many Faces of Homelessness
Ever wondered what its like to experience one of NCH’s Faces Of Homelessness presentations? Here a long-time supporter describes seeing NCH Board Member Donald Whitehead give a presentation recently in Florida: They say that clothes make the man. In yesterday’s … Continue reading
Guest post: What are the implications of drug testing recipients of government benefits?
We are happy to share today’s guest post from NCH member Laura Epstein who interned with us this past summer. Laura is currently studying Government and Religious Studies at Claremont McKenna College. Recently, many states have introduced policies that would … Continue reading
National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week Guest Post
Today’s guest post is from Dr. Norweeta Milburn, Professor at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Milburn chaired the American Psychological Association’s (APA) 2009 Presidential Task Force on Psychology’s Contribution … Continue reading
What Their Stories Can Teach Us
The following piece is a speech that was presented by a participant of the Faces of Homelessness Speakers’ Bureau after her trip to Washington, DC: Someone once said, “Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be … Continue reading
Living My Uncle’s Story
The following was written by a recent college student participant of NCH’s Homeless Challenge program, as a reflection on the experience: “When I entered the world of the homeless all I had were the clothes on my back, a sleeping … Continue reading
