PBS episode examines how Montana cities are managing growing homeless populations
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From MSU News Service
BOZEMAN — A new episode of “Montana PBS Reports: IMPACT” examining urban camping and a new model of helping victims of domestic violence aired last week on Montana PBS.
The episode examines how Montana cities are managing growing homeless populations under a pair of rulings from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that prohibit cities from criminally punishing homeless individuals from sleeping in public places.
The episode highlights efforts by leaders in Billings to transform the way the community helps victims of domestic violence by putting government services like prosecutors and police under the same roof as nonprofits that provide shelter and other resources for those experiencing violence. This model, known as the Family Justice Center model, was pioneered 20 years ago in San Diego and now exists in more than 130 communities nationwide.
“Montana PBS Reports: IMPACT” is a news and public affairs program that provides in-depth reporting on issues important to Montanans. For more details, visit: watch.montanapbs.org/show/montana-pbs-reports-impact/ or the Montana PBS Facebook page at facebook.com/MontanaPBS.
