Thousands of men and women live and sleep on the streets and in nooks and crannies of public spaces in Paris, exposed to bad weather, insecurity and illnesses. Parisians who come into contact with them feel a certain sense of solidarity but also sometimes a lassitude which can go as far as rejection. Faced with this challenge, local authorities have, over the years, introduced important measures to assist and help them reintegrate into society. The dual aim of this note is to analyse the presence of homeless street dwellers in Paris and take stock of actions undertaken.
