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Homelessness

Victoria has an integrated homelessness and housing system which is designed as a progressive pathway out of homelessness. The Victorian Government funds and supports not-for-profit organisations to assist people to find housing, reconnect with the community and re-build their lives.

In 2008, homelessness became a national priority when the Federal Government released its much-anticipated White Paper on Homelessness. The White Paper outlines ambitious but inspiring targets to combat homelessness.

The Victorian Homelessness Strategy is Victoria’s blue-print for change in the way we respond to homelessness. A number of reforms came about from this strategy, including Opening Doors, which aims to deliver better coordination among homelessness services so that people can quickly get the help they need.

Young people need connections that will help them to move on from the experience of homelessness. Through the Creating Connections: Youth Homelessness Action Plan Stage 2, the Victorian Government will provide more help to young people who experience homelessness.