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Opposition to hostile architecture in urban design states that such architecture makes public spaces hostile to all people and especially targets the transient and homeless populations. [75] Proponents say that clearly establishing a sense of ownership over the space helps maintain order and safety and deter crime and unwanted behaviors.
Homeless women, both those with children and without, experience higher rates of physical illness than men. [18] They are also more likely to be hyper-vigilant and have high levels of stress. [19] Women seeking refuge from domestic violence are not always able to find rooms in shelters. Some women have been turned away from homeless shelters ...
A homeless man sleeping in Tokyo A homeless tent in Shinjuku. Homelessness in Japan (ホームレス, 浮浪者) is a social issue overwhelmingly affecting middle-aged and elderly males. Homelessness is thought to have peaked in the 1990s as a consequence of the collapse of the Japanese asset price bubble and has largely fallen since then.
Menstruation represents an additional challenge faced by unhoused girls, women, and menstruating people. These challenges include stigma, access to toilets, water and menstrual products, and lack of information. [69] Homeless women are often forced to use improper, unsafe, and often unsanitary objects in order to manage their menstrual blood flow.