Being Young and Homeless

The Author: Jeff Karabanow is Assistant Professor at the Maritime School of Social Work, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia. He received his Ph.D. in social work from Wilfrid Laurier University, Ontario. Dr. Karabanow has published widely in academic journals in areas related to street youth culture and street youth services.

«This is an impressive book on one of the most important topics in international child welfare – homeless youth. Dr. Karabanow has thoroughly researched the process by which children become homeless and has carefully assessed the means by which they can be recovered. Highly recommended.» (Mark Lusk, Associate Provost for International Affairs, The University of Georgia, USA)«A must read for anyone who wants to make a difference in the lives of street involved youth. ‘Being Young and Homeless: Understanding How Youth Enter And Exit Street Life’, puts the reader on the street and offers huge insights into the crisis of youth homelessness and the real solutions.» (Angela Bishop, Halifax Community Action on Homelessness)