Homelessness
Media and commentary on our work protecting the rights of people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and helping people avoid or exit homelessness.
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StreetCare member Tony wins Homelessness NSW award
Tony received the Lived Experience Champion away for his tireless advocacy for people experiencing homelessness.
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NSW Government supports StreetCare’s public toilets recommendation
StreetCare is successfully influencing decision-makers on access to public toilets.
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StreetCare and HPLS improve access to critical housing supports
Many people in critical need of a home will have easier access to NSW Government housing and Temporary Accommodation.
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StreetCare’s Anna Nagel wins NCOSS lived experience award
Anna won the Amir Bodenstein lived experience award, named in honour of a fellow StreetCare member.
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2SER: New domestic violence rental reforms need to be backed by action
The new reforms are welcome, but need Government support to be truly effective.
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City Hub: New Rental Protections Hope To Empower Victim-Survivors Of Domestic Violence
New laws could help protect victim survivors of domestic violence, if they are backed by action.
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Homelessness legal service says stronger new rental protections for DV victim-survivors must be backed by action
These reforms should mean for victim-survivors of domestic violence can leave dangerous situations without becoming homeless, if the changes are properly implemented.
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StreetCare influences public toilet inquiry report
A report into public toilets provision, design and safety reflects the suggestions of StreetCare members.
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Homeless Persons’ Legal Service welcomes passage of Bill strengthening DV victim-survivors protections in NSW Upper House
The Bill strengthens protections for victim-survivors of domestic violence, making it easier for them to leave dangerous situations.
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City Hub: When The Safety Net Snaps: How NSW’s Social Housing Is Failing People Who Need A Safe Home
This opinion piece from Policy Officer Alannah Daley explains why the NSW Government needs to support people in social housing better.