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.

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.

Soaring rent leaves young people stuck in homelessness accommodation for years 

Young people are increasingly living in homelessness accommodation for two to four years as private rents soar and long wait lists for social housing make it extremely tough to move out.

Lydia’s Story | EveryYouth

Lydia shares how reaching out for help boosted her confidence and gave her the direction she needed to look forward to the future.

Lou’s Story | EveryYouth

Lou shares how she overcome abuse, instability, and homelessness with support – and how she’s now pursuing a career in music.