Homeless Advocates Blame Minneapolis’ Continued Lack Of Affordable Housing For ‘Wall Of Forgotten Natives’ Resurgence

From CBS Minnesota:

By Jeff Wagner

September 28, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A stretch of land in Minneapolis that once housed hundreds of people experiencing homelessness has again turned into an encampment.

Beyond the fencing and blockades set up to guard an otherwise ordinary section of tattered grass is a community in need of a home, finding refuge in a familiar place.

Carrie Johnson is the service area director of housing for Avivo, a nonprofit focused on helping homeless people find housing, as well as get mental health and chemical dependency services.

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