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A huge thank you to @publichealthni for funding these essential items that will make a significant difference to so many people this winter!

HomeplusNI and @homelessbelfast have collected their ‘Keep Warm’ items for rough sleepers. The packs, which include waterproof coats, gloves, thermal underwear, and socks, are being distributed to help protect individuals sleeping rough during the cold weather.

A powerful reminder of how easily anyone can find themselves facing homelessness. Clare shares her family’s story and the invaluable support they received from the @salvationarmyuk : @BelfastLive belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-…

Privilege to be at ⁦@DepaulIreland⁩’s Service for Life this afternoon- full house for a celebration of life and the invaluable work of their staff

Housing professionals united at Stormont for #HomelessnessAwarenessWeek! ✅ Motion passed calling for increased housing supply & funding. ✅ Cross-party support shows the power of collaboration. #timeforchange

Thanks to ⁦@ExternCharity⁩’s Ormeau Centre for having us at their coffee morning today. Positive to meet folks being supported and to catch up with such dedicated staff like Morning Star’s Manager Ian and Ormeau Centre Manager Sinead! #haw24 #timeforchange

Our Head of Policy and Programmes @markabaillie1 spoke to Frank Mitchell on @U105radio about Homelessness Awareness Week and the increasing number of people experiencing homelessness in Northern Ireland. #HAW24 #TimeforChange

Our CEO @nicmccrudden responds to the news of the @CommunitiesNI £150k goodwill grant to fund seasonal meals and small gifts for people experiencing homelessness. communities-ni.gov.uk/news/minister-…

Great night at the @SimonCommNI carol service at St Anne's Cathedral @BelCathedral #haw24 #timeforchange

“Life can get really tough when you’re in a hostel and you’re not really sure where or what you’re going to do next." Great interview with Eileen in @irish_news about her experience with homelessness and the support she received from the @salvationarmyuk: irishnews.com/life/being-hom…

We are at the APG on Youth Participation tonight for a session focused on youth homelessness in rural areas. Hearing from @NIYF and @Actn4ChildrenNI #haw24 #timeforchange ⁦@ColinSDLP⁩

Communities Minister @GordonLyons1 has announced a £150k goodwill grant to fund seasonal meals and small gifts for people experiencing homelessness. ➡️ Read more: communities-ni.gov.uk/news/minister-…

Great to catch up with Mark Durkan during #haw24

Excellent reminder of what is needed to tackle homelessness in NI - we need support, commitment and funding for our homeless sector. @markabaillie1 @HomelessNI @NICVA

This morning, on the second day of #HAW24, @markabaillie1 our Head of Policy & Programmes spoke to the @BBCgmu following the Minister's statement yesterday regarding extra funding to prevent the closure of vital homelessness services. Listen in full here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

Our head of policy and programmes ⁦@markabaillie1⁩ is going to be on BBC Radio Ulster’s Good Morning Ulster programme around 8.30am. Do tune in if you can!

Positive afternoon up at the Assembly for a debate to mark #haw24. It was a constructive debate with a number of powerful speeches from members about the importance of responding to homelessness here and the vital work of the homelessness sector across NI. It's #timeforchange

🛑 Homelessness is more than just a lack of shelter. It’s a crisis affecting mental health and stability. This #HAW24, learn about the hidden struggles faced by vulnerable groups in Northern Ireland. 🏠❤️ 🔗 Read our latest blog in the comments below!

We were pleased to welcome partners and stakeholders to Emmanual Church in Portadown today as part of #HAW24 to showcase the social supermarket and ongoing partnership work to prevent and address homelessness #TimeForChange