Homelessness Week is a national annual event occurring the first week of August.
In 2025 the theme was Homelessness Prevention.
The galleries for our three events follow one by one, so be sure to scroll down the page to view each event.
You are welcome to save the images for your own use, but please follow the instructions before each gallery regarding crediting our event photographer Russell Barton.
Building on the momentum of the 2024 Lived Experience Homelessness Advocacy Forum, this event strengthened cross-sector advocacy and collaboration by centering lived experience. It bought together consumer peaks and individuals with lived expertise to co-design more responsive systems and pathways for people at risk of homelessness.
The forum, sponsored by Beyond Bank, recognisesd that homelessness is not only a housing issue and aimed to identify systemic barriers across different service systems – and develop shared solutions informed by lived experience.
A range of core themes were explored during the event including:
View the full program details and speaker information for the event here.
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Enjoy scrolling through the gallery of images captured by our event photographer, Russell Barton. To view, select any image from those shown below and the image will open.
You are welcome to save images for your own use but we ask that you please include the following photographer credit when using or publishing images in any context; Shelter WA Homelessness Week 2025 Image by Russell Barton.
Images are displayed in the gallery in a square format although they will display when opened in a mix of portrait and landscape format.
The forum explored and promoted the implementation of evidence-informed, proactive strategies to prevent homelessness before it occurs. It aimed to drive a shift from reactive crisis responses to systemic, coordinated approaches that support housing stability across the life course. The event connected thought leaders, service providers, practitioners, and community members to inspire change and inform future service delivery and policy in WA.
View the full program details and speaker information for the event here.
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Enjoy scrolling through the gallery of images captured by our event photographer, Russell Barton. To view, select any image from those shown below and the image will open.
You are welcome to save images for your own use but we ask that you please include the following photographer credit when using or publishing images in any context; Shelter WA Homelessness Week 2025 Image by Russell Barton.
Images are displayed in the gallery in a square format although they will display when opened in a mix of portrait and landscape format.
This event bought together local government representatives to explore their critical role in preventing homelessness and responding to people experiencing homelessness in their communities. Through peer learning, practical tools, and real-life stories, the workshop empowered local councils to build more inclusive and housing-secure communities.
The forum also served as a springboard for pre-election advocacy, equipping local governments with the knowledge, stories, and tools needed to influence housing reform and action at all levels.
View the full program details and speaker information for the event here.
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Enjoy scrolling through the gallery of images captured by our event photographer, Russell Barton. To view, select any image from those shown below and the image will open.
You are welcome to save images for your own use but we ask that you please include the following photographer credit when using or publishing images in any context; Shelter WA Homelessness Week 2025 Image by Russell Barton.
Images are displayed in the gallery in a square format although they will display when opened in a mix of portrait and landscape format.
