Barriers islands in the Arctic make up nearly a quarter of the world's barrier islands, and they're more vulnerable to climate change than islands anywhere else in the world. The reason: melting of sea ice and the permafrost that buffers Arctic islands from waves have left them susceptible to constant pounding from storms.
Homelessness Defined. Homelessness is a temporary condition that people fall into when they cannot afford to pay for a place to live, or when their current home is unsafe or unstable.
Violence: National Coalition for the Homeless. 1  In the past 15 years (1999-2013) there have been 1,437 documented acts of violence against people who are experiencing homelessness. 2  375 of the victims have lost their lives. 3  Reported violence has occurred in 47 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC.