Paris has a growing homeless population. In an inspiring initiative, Parisian shop owners are showing how they can help thanks to the design and display of window stickers. From City Lab:
While Parisians have long been sympathetic to their homeless population, a recent pilot initiative in the 11th arrondissement aims to offer more concrete aid. Founded by local resident Louis-Xavier Leca last November, the Le Carillon project-which coincidentally shares a name with the café that was targeted in the devastating terrorist attacks in the city last fall-has partnered with about 70 small businesses in the area to distribute stickers indicating their support of needy Parisians.
Each sticker features an icon representing a free service, from a hot meal or glass of water to a haircut or restroom access. At the local market Les poireaux de Marguerite, homeless residents can reheat a dish or make an emergency phone call. And at the tea room/coffee shop Chez toi ou chez moi, they can charge cell phones, use a first aid kit, or send mail for free.
See more about the Paris initiative here. You can also make a donation closer to home – to Lancaster & District Homeless Action Service (LDHAS) by clicking here.
