This report explores critical issues surrounding housing insecurity and homelessness in the context of disaster response and recovery in Australia. Developed following a national symposium attended by more than 120 leaders from across the emergency management, housing, homelessness and academic sectors, the report finds that the increasing severity of disasters, coupled with the housing crisis...

This issues paper highlights some of the policy challenges faced in planning for, and responding to emergencies as it relates to housing and homelessness. Its purpose is to provide background information in advance of 2024 Housing, Homelessness and Disaster National Symposium. The paper concludes long-term recovery outcomes for people experiencing homelessness are not well understood...

This research explores the different crisis accommodation models operating in Australia, as well as the different approaches to case management and key principles for ensuring a supportive built environment. It documents what works and what doesn’t work, together with the needs and outcomes for those in crisis accommodation.

This Evidence Brief presents key findings for people experiencing domestic and family violence in NSW from Taylor Fry’s Pathways to homelessness report. The authors also discuss implications for policy and practice. By better understanding the experiences and pathways of people experiencing DFV, supports can be put in place earlier to improve outcomes. The analysis uses...

'Housing First' originates from the ‘Pathways to Housing’ program in the United States. This evidence review synthesises the Australian and international literature on 'Housing First' and its implementation, effectiveness and outcomes.