‘I’ve always been struck by how quickly and easily someone could become homeless’
Alexander O’Sullivan ran the Royal Parks Half Marathon in London in under two hours for EveryYouth. He shares why he chose to support us.
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Sheffield Future Builders home with rent at 50% market rate offers bedrock for young people pushed into homelessness
One young person says that rent at the Future Builders home is cheaper than what she paid to cover bills while living at her grandma’s house.
Jemima’s Story | EveryYouth
Jemima turned her challenges at home into an opportunity for independence with the support of EveryYouth’s Future Builders, finding work, training, and a place to call home.
Finding strength in vulnerability: Surfing Sofas’ journey from homelessness to influential poet
A heartfelt conversation with Surfing Sofas, aka Justin Brown, reveals how his journey through homelessness inspired him to write spoken word poetry, including a bespoke poem for EveryYouth. We sat down with Justin as he releases his latest poem, Not Just One, to mark World Homelessness Day.
Black History Month: Standing Firm in Power and Pride
EveryYouth marks Black History Month by reflecting on race, homelessness, and standing firm in power and pride with young Black people.
Nathan’s Story | EveryYouth
Read how Nathan overcame homelessness, mental health struggles and addiction with support from EveryYouth Homed. Now he’s working, living independently, and rebuilding his future.
Our response to Rachel Reeves: Young people need meaningful, long-term employment
Nicholas Connolly, CEO of EveryYouth, responds to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ proposed employment scheme at the Labour Party Conference, outlining why young people need meaningful, long-term opportunities.
Maia’s Story | EveryYouth
Maia was made homeless after a family breakdown but found stability through EveryYouth’s Future Builders programme. With affordable rent and support, she saved for her own place, is studying IT, and is now excited about her future.
Avery’s Story | EveryYouth
Avery shares why she’s proud of herself and why she’d help other people experiencing homelessness ‘in a heartbeat’.
Leah’s Story | EveryYouth
Leah shares her story of overcoming youth homelessness and how she is looking forward to studying to be a mental health nurse.
