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The Observatory of the Paris Samusocial’s mission is to identify and analyze the issues faced by people in social vulnerability. Its research on populations, modes of care, and public action are facilitated by access to fieldwork and data from the activities of the Paris Samusocial. However, it is not restricted to the limits of the institution.

Indeed, studies aim to contribute to the overall development of knowledge about homelessness, but also to improve the care of people, and to the adaptation and evaluation of public policies to fight against exclusion.

The Observatory must find the funds necessary for its functioning and the implementation of its research program. Its funding in 2009 was based on the allocation of staff from other institutions, on the one hand, and on grants from government agencies and private sector, on the other hand.

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The study of homeless families

Contact : E. Guyavarch E. Lemener

Survey in process

The number of families (defined as at least one adult with at least one minor child) receiving care from the homeless aid system is growing. The duration of care is increasing. The limited available data suggests considerable social difficulties, and a worrying state of health, both physical and psychological. The situation of children – the majority of whom are not considered children at risk despite unsafe living conditions – seems particularly alarming.