Holy and Homeless: Exploring the Relationship Between Homeless Shelters and Religion
Type of Work
Podcast
Publication Date
Winter 2-6-2021
Description
The relationship between religion and homelessness is an old and tumultuous one. This podcast mini-series by Abigail Moone '23 explores the relationship that several institutions in Utica, NY have to homelessness and religion. The first episode is a brief history of homelessness in the United States, including some often untold narratives and general information and vocabulary. Episode two interviews two homeless shelters and their relationship to religion, and how this impacts their work. The final episode interviews a local rabbi and imam, talking about their relationship to their community and how they engage with people experiencing homelessness.
Hamilton Areas of Study
Religious Studies
Hamilton Sponsoring Organization
Levitt Public Affairs Center
Hamilton Scholarship Series
Levitt Winter Research Fellowship
Hamilton Faculty Advisor
Jeff McArn