Understanding Homelessness in the Twin Cities: A Data-Driven Approach

Open Opened on September 29, 2025
Main contact
Good in the 'Hood
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Shawn Morrison
Executive Director
3
Project
100 hours per learner
Learner
Anywhere
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Data analysis Data visualization Social justice Social work
Skills
data reporting research reports infographics mental health substance abuse research
Details

The project aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the homelessness situation in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN, along with surrounding suburban areas. Good in the 'Hood seeks to gather and analyze data to better understand the demographics and challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness. The project will involve compiling existing research, data reports, and anecdotal evidence to answer specific questions about the homeless population, such as the number of unhoused individuals, their living conditions, and the prevalence of mental health and substance abuse issues. Additionally, the project will explore effective ways for citizens to assist without enabling dependency. The ultimate goal is to create a set of informative infographics and presentation materials that can be used to raise awareness and inform policy decisions.

Deliverables

The deliverables for this project include a comprehensive research report and a series of infographics that visually represent key data points and findings. The report will address specific questions posed by Good in the 'Hood, such as the number of individuals experiencing homelessness, their living situations, and the challenges they face. The infographics will be designed to effectively communicate this information to a broad audience, including policymakers and the general public.

Mentorship
Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

About the company

Company
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
2 - 10 employees
Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society

Good in the ‘Hood is an urban-based, partnering organization committed to initiating and sustaining focused acts of kindness as a means of inspiring neighborhood decency and personal transformation. We believe that goodness and kindness are change-agent qualities and it is our firm conviction that urban renewal will take place when a focused and contagious momentum of kindness is made manifest. Our desire is to inspire individuals, families and entire neighborhoods to take responsibility and ownership for the growth, improvement and well-being of their personal lives and community. Through partnerships and kindness-based initiatives we believe the physical, emotional and spiritual climate of an entire community can be changed for good.
Do all the good you can; In all the ways you can
In all the places you can; At all the times you can
To all the people you can; As long as you ever can
John Wesley