This Black History Month, Graeme Browne, Floating Support Service Manager of DePual UK, reflects on the intersectionality of race and homelessness, and what drives his commitment to supporting young people facing housing insecurity.
Homelessness
In Tanzania, a Home Becomes a Tangible Sign of Hope
In Mpepai, Ruvuma region of Tanzania, the 13 Houses for the Jubilee project is about to complete a home for a vulnerable family of ten. They will move from a fragile mud shelter to a safe, sustainable house. The active involvement of the parents and children has strengthened their sense of belonging and hope for a dignified, stable future.
Why We’re Proud to Support Refugees
Depaul UK supports young refugees with compassion and dignity, reflecting St Vincent de Paul’s values. Advisors Molly and Alex warn that the 28-day Home Office eviction period drives many into homelessness, stressing that prevention—not crisis response—is vital to protect wellbeing and cut costs.
Why DePaul Money Management Course Deals with Trauma and Budgets
Alison Butters doesn’t just deliver Money Management courses—she equips our staff with an understanding of how trauma influences young people’s spending habits, and practical ways to respond.
After the Fire: Empowering Parents, Protecting Childhood in “Pequeño Refugio”, Viña del Mar (Chile)
In the city of Viña del Mar, the Naciones Unidas Camp has emerged, which is a settlement made up mostly of migrant families. After the devastating fire of February 2024, these families were left without homes, but not without hope. Accompanied by the Vincentian Family and the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, a new chapter began: reconstruction.
Against Homelessness: a Vincentian Commitment at the UN Since 2017
Since 2017, the Daughters of Charity, in conjunction with the Vincentian Family, have been strongly committed to the United Nations to give voice to homeless people, who are often invisible in public policies and absent from major international decisions.
How Young People with Lived Experience are Shaping Our Work
Depaul’s Client Rep programme empowers young people with lived experience of homelessness to shape services and policies. Reps like Jack and Sophie use their insights to guide decisions, deliver workshops, join interviews, and influence government consultations. The role builds skills, confidence, and resilience, ensuring support truly meets the needs of those it serves.
“My heart Beats With Homelessness,” ‘Jacko’ Awarded for Services to Homelessness in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Jacko, Housing Manager at Depaul, won the Spotlight Award from Healthwatch Middlesbrough for his dedication to helping vulnerable people. After overcoming addiction, prison, and homelessness, he rebuilt his life through Narcotics Anonymous and volunteering. Now he manages housing for ex-rough sleepers, offering trust, care, and practical help while inspiring others to change and thrive.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Australia Calls for Urgent Action on Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis
Nearly 280,000 Australians seek homelessness services each year, with one in three also facing mental ill-health. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul urges urgent government action: more affordable housing, integrated mental health support, increased JobSeeker rates, and wrap-around programs to restore dignity and help people rebuild their lives.
SVP Ireland Delivers 12 New Social Homes in Ennis for Older People and People with Disabilities
The Society of St Vincent de Paul, through the St Benedict’s Conference in Ennis, has delivered 12 new age-friendly social housing units at An tÁrd, Clon Road. Supported by Clare County Council and the Department of Housing, the €3.65M project provides sustainable, accessible homes for older people and people with disabilities, addressing urgent local housing needs.
How the London Youth Hub is Keeping Young People off the Streets and Looking to the Future
Luton Sinfield, Service Manager at the London Youth Hub, explains why homelessness should be something people pass through before getting on with the rest of their lives.
New Housing Program Addressing Metro Manila’s Street Homelessness Crisis Opens its Doors
A new program, “Onward Home,” launched by Depaul International and the Vincentian Foundation, will provide safe housing for 150 homeless children and caregivers in Metro Manila. Amid worsening homelessness and climate-driven disasters, the initiative offers up to 12 months of shelter, mental health support, and livelihood training to help families rebuild their lives.
