Addressing Impact of Encampment Bans on Homelessness in Nowport Beach

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Home Again Project

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This Community Awareness Project aims to address the recent ban on homeless encampments in Newport Beach, California, effective October 10, 2024. Our project seeks to raise awareness about the repercussions of this ban, including the criminalization of homelessness and its unsustainable nature as a long-term solution.

By engaging with key stakeholders such as the Orange County Rescue Mission (OCRM), Newport Beach City Council, Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD), and local organizations like Skyview, we will conduct comprehensive research, propose policy amendments, and take action to support the homeless community.

The project will culminate in the creation of a magazine issue and documentary to educate the public and encourage student participation in addressing this critical issue.

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Project Goals

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    Research

    Conduct comprehensive research on the impact of the encampment ban.

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    Magazine and Documentary

    Produce a magazine issue and documentary to raise th epublic awareness

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    Partnership

    Implement a student-led support program within local organizations

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    Amendments

    Develop and propose amendments to the city council’s homelessness policies

Our
Projects

  • Oranssi project: studio shed

    Increase Public Awareness

    Educate the community about the current homelessness situation in Orange County, including its causes, challenges, and the effects of recent legislation.

  • Oranssi project: passive house

    Foster Community involvement

    Build partnerships with local homeless shelters, advocacy groups, and government officials to organize events and initiatives that support those experiencing homelessness.

  • Oranssi project: roof expansion

    Engage Youth

    Encourage youth involvement through local schools and clubs to volunteer and advocate for homelessness-related issues.

  • Oranssi project: slat roof

    Raise Funds and Resources

    Support shelters and nonprofits through fundraising and donation drives for critical supplies (e.g., food, clothing, hygiene kits).

  • Oranssi project: wraparound deck

    Promote Policy Understanding

    Analyze and raise awareness of Gov. Newsom's homelessness law and its implications for Orange County residents.

Get Connected

We encourage anyone interested or related to this issue to get connected and build a strong community for this cause!

Our
Team

  • Oranssi founder Drew Weber

    May Shen

    Founder

  • Oranssi project manager Jaya Dixon

    Sarah Huang

    Founder

  • Oranssi general contractor Reese Platt

    Jenny Li

    Founder

How People Speak of Homelessness

  • "Here in Los Angeles, when there's a survey of would you take the option of congregate shelter, 30% of those on the street would say yes."

    Gary Blasi

  • “Recasting the NIMBY debate in social terms would convince even the most ardent NIMBY activist to reconsider. America’s blight with homelessness, for example, can be remedied by increasing the housing supply.”

    Michael Peterson- The Daily Economy