Mode of access: Internet from the COPS/USDOJ web site.
Note
Title from title screen.
"Created date: January 29, 2002"--Electronic p. 72
"E120114077"--Electronic p. 72
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Contents
Vol. 1. Executive summary -- v. 2. Literature and legislation review -- v. 3. Mapping of panhandling activity in Winnipeg -- v. 4. Interviews with panhandlers.
Summary
Panhandling, the act of stopping people on the street or in public or private spaces to ask for food or money, has long been part of the urban environment. The activity generates various reactions from people: some see it as a sign of poverty and lack of services including affordable housing for marginalized groups. Others view it as having a negative effect on businesses. Some perceive panhandling to be the outcome of alcohol and substance abuse; the result of family breakdown; or as the actions of those unable or unwilling to sustain themselves by other activities.
