Homelessness Australia

Homelessness Australia is the national peak body dedicated to addressing homelessness across the country. It plays a crucial role in providing systemic advocacy for the homelessness sector, working collaboratively with a broad network of organisations and people with lived experience to create a unified voice aimed at preventing and responding to homelessness.

Mission and Vision

The organisation’s mission is to influence policy and practice to significantly reduce the incidence and impact of homelessness throughout Australia. Its vision is a future where everyone has a safe home and the support they need to thrive.

Main Objectives

• Advocate for systemic change in housing and homelessness policies.
• Strengthen the impact and effectiveness of homelessness services nationwide.
• Unify the homelessness sector and people with lived experience to amplify their collective voice.
• Promote innovative and evidence-based approaches to prevent and respond to homelessness.
• Raise awareness about the causes and consequences of homelessness in Australia.

Benefiting Groups

Homelessness Australia primarily benefits people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including:

• Individuals and families without stable, safe, and adequate housing.
• People facing chronic or episodic homelessness.
• Communities and organisations working within the homelessness sector.
• People with lived experience of homelessness who contribute to policy and service development.

Types of Services and Activities

While Homelessness Australia does not provide direct support services, it engages in a range of activities to support the sector and those affected by homelessness:

• Systemic advocacy to influence government policy and funding.
• Hosting webinars and forums to share knowledge and best practices.
• Coordinating national campaigns such as No-one turned away to increase funding for homelessness services.
• Publishing research, reports, and policy papers to inform and guide sector responses.
• Facilitating collaboration among service providers, government bodies, and people with lived experience.