Newark Reduces Unsheltered Homelessness by 30%

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Newark, New Jersey cut unsheltered homelessness by more than 30% over four years, a milestone achieved through intentional policy shifts rather than happenstance. The city established a centralized Office of Homeless Services, prioritized staff retention, expanded street outreach, and deepened partnerships across the Essex County Continuum of Care. Newark's success, part of the Built for Zero movement, demonstrates how coordinated regional effort and sustained institutional investment can move people from the streets into housing.