Martin Colavito: Addressing Hunger and Homelessness in Sullivan County

Addressing Hunger and Homelessness in Sullivan County: Martin Colavito Martin Colavito from Sullivan Allies Leading Together (SALT) and the Sullivan County branch of Cornell Cooperative Extension joins 'The Local Edition' to discuss the growing concerns of hunger and homelessness in the Catskills, Northeast Pennsylvania region. Martin shares how his organizations are working tirelessly to provide immediate relief. However, he brings to light the underlying systemic issues causing these crises, from housing displacement due to aggressive development and lack of infrastructure, to mental health and substance abuse disorders. Despite the severity of these issues, he believes there is hope for improvement with good leadership and collective efforts towards sustainable solutions.00:09 Introduction and Guest Presentation00:38 Discussing the Work of SALT and Cornell Cooperative Extension01:01 Addressing the Rising Need for Food and Housing03:20 The Impact of Winter and COVID-19 on the Community04:36 The Interconnected Issues of Homelessness, Hunger, and Mental Health06:08 The Consequences of Unchecked Development08:53 How to Help and Final Thoughts