A new story from Vox on the challenges of addressing homeless encampments draws extensively on Abt’s researchers. In identifying some of the barriers to rehousing people experiencing homelessness, the article cites Abt’s report on homeless encampments for HUD, the first national study of its kind.
Additionally, experts Nichole Fiore and Meghan Henry spoke with reporter Rachel Cohen. Meghan offered background information on the Portland, Maine, encampment that anchored the story, and Nichole was quoted, saying, “If the goal is to close down the encampment and get people indoors, I think we need to be asking, ‘What would it take to get you indoors?’ And really open up that conversation.”
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APPAM Fall Research Conference 2026
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Insights from the City of Los Angeles’ Accessible Housing Program
Abt shares nine practical insights into what helps accessible housing programs succeed.
Closing the Gap: Surveying LA Renters to Improve Housing Access
Abt helped HACLA collect and analyze current Los Angeles rental data, showing rents were about 12% higher than federal estimates and providing evidence to support voucher subsidy levels that better reflect local housing costs and improve access to stable housing.
23rd Research and Evaluation Conference on Self-Sufficiency (RECS)
Abt’s Allan Porowski and Sandra Wilson will present evidence-based insights to help move family well-being, economic mobility, and self-sufficiency forward.