Homeless Voices Lead New Council | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 21, 2026 · 1m

North Charleston just launched a groundbreaking nine-member homeless council, five of whom live unhoused — whether in encampments or couches — alongside four community leaders and nonprofits, ensuring those with lived experience shape solutions. Their first meeting sparked ideas like a public cleanup stipend program, challenging stigma and highlighting real needs: mental health, safety, and societal neglect. Meeting quarterly, this council isn’t just talking — it’s building a framework for change from the ground up, giving unheard voices the power to lead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…