Social Work

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First-of-its-kind study analyzes digital mourning practices of gang-affiliated youth

A study led by Desmond Patton utilizes social work, communications, and data science to explore how gang-affiliated Black youth use Twitter content, photos, and emojis to memorialize the deceased and navigate feelings of grief and loss.

New book examines sectarianism and the housing crisis in Northern Ireland

In her book “In Power, Politics and Territory in the New Northern Ireland,” Elizabeth DeYoung of the School of Social Policy & Practice says that sectarianism has contributed to the housing crisis in Northern Ireland and continues to influence decision-making on the needs for homes.

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Philanthropy and social change

With its free annual toolkit, the Center for High Impact Philanthropy helps donors create a bigger impact.

California says its new gun law is about public safety. But what about these women?

Susan B. Sorenson of the School of Social Policy & Practice says there is no evidence that carrying a gun makes women who have been abused safer.

Can a big village full of tiny homes ease homelessness in Austin?

Dennis Culhane of the School of Social Policy & Practice says that tiny homes are better for homelessness than shelter but still don’t meet America’s housing standards.

Guaranteed-income programs pick up steam

Researchers at the School of Social Policy & Practice released a report suggesting that a new approach to addressing poverty in St. Paul, Minnesota, has worked as intended.

Quality of life for older LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to be improved under new commission

According to research from Penn, people aged 65 and older are the fastest-growing group of people without housing.

Income program helps those formerly incarcerated stay out of prison

Next year Penn will release its findings on a guaranteed income program designed for the formerly incarcerated in Gainesville, Florida.

Universal basic income is working—even in red states

Researchers at Penn concluded that a basic income program in Stockton, California, could have profound positive impacts on local public health.

Penn alums changing grocery game for Philadelphians in food deserts with Community Grocer program

Penn alums Alex Imbot and Eli Moraru have co-founded the Community Grocer to supply grab-and-go meal kits and hot, fresh meals for Philadelphia residents.

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