A Tour Of Prague With Homeless People As Guides!

I am strange. Most people, when they travel, go and do touristy stuff. I always go and hang with homeless people. Visiting Prague was a bucket list experience I thought would never happen. My grandparents are from Czechoslovakia, so I have always wanted to visit. I have heard many good things about Pragulic's homeless tours of Prague. I did a similar tour in London that was wonderful. From their website, Pragulic is a social enterprise that challenges the stereotypes associated with homelessness by enabling people to experience the world from a homeless perspective. My tour guides for the day were Roman and Mira, along with Ela, who helped translate. Roman took us under the bridge, where he used to live in a tent, also showing us a charity helping homeless people along the way. We joined Mira at Žižkov freight railway station (Praha-Žižkov), which has been abandoned for many years. Homelessness in Prague, the Czech Republic's picturesque capital, starkly contrasts the city's historic charm and architectural grandeur. While tourists throng the winding cobblestone streets, marveling at the Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance-era landmarks, a segment of the city's population struggles for daily survival, often unseen or overlooked. Much like in other global cities, homeless individuals in Prague grapple with a range of challenges, from mental and physical health issues to the stigmatization and isolation that accompanies living on the streets. Though the Czech government and various non-profit organizations offer support, there remains a pressing need for comprehensive solutions addressing the symptoms and the root causes of homelessness. This poignant situation serves as a reminder that behind the facade of every bustling metropolis lies a tapestry of human stories, some of which urgently need attention and compassion. My homeless tour of Prague is a memory I will always cherish. I hope to do it again someday. I often get asked about the differences when I visit other countries, but it's the similarities that stand out. Homelessness is horrible no matter where you live, and we all must take tangible actions to prevent and solve homelessness in our communities. Learn more about Pragulic here Special thanks to Eduard Germis for helping me make this video ================================== Subscribe here: Invisible People’s website: Support Invisible People: Sign up for our newsletter: Invisible People’s Social Media: @invisiblepeopletv Mark Horvath’s Twitter: About Invisible People There is a direct correlation between what the general public perceives about homelessness and how it affects policy change. Most people blame homelessness on the person experiencing it instead of the increasing shortage of affordable housing, lack of employment, childhood trauma, lack of a living wage, or the countless reasons that put a person at risk. This lack of understanding creates a dangerous cycle of misperception that leads to the inability to effectively address the root causes of homelessness. We imagine a world where everyone has a place to call home. Each day, we work to fight homelessness by giving it a face while educating individuals about the systemic issues that contribute to its existence. Through storytelling, education, news, and activism, we are changing the narrative on homelessness. This isn’t just talk. Our groundbreaking educational content reaches millions of people every month. Our real and unfiltered stories of homelessness shatter stereotypes, demand attention and deliver a call-to-action that is being answered by governments, major brands, nonprofit organizations, and everyday citizens just like you. However, there is more work to be done on the road ahead. Homelessness is undoubtedly one of our biggest societal issues today and will only continue to grow if we don’t take action now. Invisible People is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating the public about homelessness through innovative storytelling, news, and advocacy. Since our launch in 2008, Invisible People has become a pioneer and trusted resource for inspiring action and raising awareness in support of advocacy, policy change and thoughtful dialogue around poverty in North America and the United Kingdom. .