Maurice Clark, a homeless man in Las Vegas, felt uncomfortable answering personal questions from outreach workers to determine housing eligibility, citing concerns about systemic racism. Vulnerability questionnaires used to prioritize housing placements have been criticized for favoring white people and exacerbating racial disparities in homelessness. Some experts are calling for a reevaluation of these assessment tools, suggesting a focus on systemic racism, poverty, and other economic factors that contribute to homelessness. Communities like Los Angeles and Austin are revamping their assessment systems to reduce racial disparities. There are calls for a more individualized approach to housing prioritization and addressing economic factors in homelessness prevention.
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‘Waiting List to Nowhere’: Homelessness Surveys Trap Black Men on the Streets
