Welcome to our lab!
The Homelessness Survival Strategies (HSS) lab seeks to better understand how and why individuals experiencing homelessness access resources, as well as the survival strategies they employ. An earlier project phase focused on the hygiene and sanitation practices and strategies of unhoused people dwelling near waterways in San Diego, California. Our current work examines survival strategies and service access in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our Work
HSS’ Nicolas Gutierrez III named 2022 PA Theory Network Fellow
Tackling COVID-19 in San Diego: SDSU Projects Address Vulnerable Communities
HSS’ Nicolas Gutierrez III and Megan Welsh Carroll recognized as top MCJC student and faculty
Student Scholarship Shines at the 2022 Student Research Symposium (SDSU NewsCenter)
Co-PIs Shawn Flanigan and Megan Welsh receive JHHSA’s Best Article Award
Stopped by police in San Diego? A lot depends on where you live, drive (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
HSS’ Nicolas Gutierrez III named CSU Sally Casanova Scholar (SDSU NewsCenter)
San Diego Still Can’t Solve Its Public Restroom Problem (Voice of San Diego)
Looking to Keep Imperial Beach Above Water (NBC7)
Opinion: Universal bathroom access in San Diego could help save lives. Here’s how. (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Commentary: Our research showed racial disparities in San Diego police stops. Our report was shelved. (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Why Cities Must End Their Reliance on Police To Manage Homelessness – And How They Can Do It (Scholars Strategy Network)
Increasing Access to Public Bathrooms Is Critical for San Diegans’ Health (Scholars Strategy Network)
