M3
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CONTENT
Rights-Based Approaches
A rights-based approach reframes homelessness as a structural issue linked to social and economic rights. Core principles include:
Right to adequate housing
Right to social protection
Right to healthcare
Protection from discrimination
Procedural fairness
Rights-based frameworks emphasise that housing loss is not merely a private contractual matter, but a social risk with public health implications.
However, rights must be actionable. This requires:
Accessible legal counselling
Legal literacy support
Representation in eviction proceedings
Transparent administrative processes
Advocacy mechanisms
Without enforceable protections, formal rights remain symbolic.