People can experience homelessness as an isolated event, for long periods of time or in cycles which are difficult to break from. Homelessness causes social exclusion and further disadvantage.
Read MoreSocial housing is a subsidised form of rental accommodation available to people who meet the eligibility criteria, which typically include having a low or very low income. Social housing is made up of public and community housing.
Read MoreAboriginal housing in the Northern Territory has changed significantly over the last eight years particularly the way it has been delivered and managed. In the 1970s and 80s, many aboriginal housing organisations were set up to manage housing in communities as part of the push for self-determination.
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Today Mission Australia have released the Youth Mental Health and Homelessness Report, detailing the high correlation between mental health issues and homelessness in Australia’s young people. You may have also seen the NT News’ article, which picked up on the…
Ahead of Homelessness Week, NT Shelter has been working with H Hotels in Darwin to collect unused toiletries and other items for donation. Read the NT News article here!
Mission Australia’s Youth Survey is the largest survey of its kind in Australia. Government, academics and communities all use it to develop policies and programs for young Australians. The survey has been conducted annually since 2002 and aims to identify both the values and…
This year, NT Shelter is offering our members sponsorship of up to $500 per organisation, to assist with the development and running of activities for Homelessness Week. In keeping with this year’s theme of ‘Action through Innovation’, tell us about…
NT Shelter’s Jun 2017 Housing Factsheet, with data as of Dec 2016, is now available. We have worked with Central Australian Policy analyst Jonathan Pilbrow to examine a range of data derived from the Real Estate Institute of the Northern…
One in 30 people in the NT received homelessness assistance during 2015-16, according to new data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Read more here.
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