Demand for crisis accommodation has hit critical levels in Western Australia, placing pressure on the state government to fund more urgent support for people experiencing homelessness in its upcoming budget, according to Shelter WA.
New data released by the Ending Child and Youth Homelessness coalition has revealed an acute lack of youth crisis accommodation across the Perth metropolitan area.
The Council of Aboriginal Services WA and Shelter WA have expressed disappointment at the details of this case, which highlighted allegations of housing neglect in the Pilbara…
Statement from CEO of Shelter WA Kath Snell and Co-CEO of Uniting WA Michael Chester in response to the news today about a high-pitch noise device being used in the City of Perth.
Shelter WA welcomes the State Government’s announcement today of $47.6 million in funding for homelessness services.
The $210,000 is a short-term, interim measure that will enable Ruah to continue to provide a range of critical services.
The immediate priority is now to maintain the pressure and attention – and ask the City of Perth to reopen the Safe Night Space.
We firmly believe the Lord Mayor and the council has misjudged the huge and overwhelming support in the community.
Peak bodies release new data and make urgent call for the Safe Night Space to remain open over the Christmas period.
Ruah has requested that if members have somewhere that would be suitable for this service to please reach out.
We are calling on the WA Government for an emergency lifeline of funding to keep this service operating.
I respect the right of councils to make decisions but does not mean they should not be publicly scrutinised, and held to account.
The sculptural installation challenges institutional boundaries by giving voice to people with Lived Experience of Housing Insecurity and Homelessness, through direct participation in a community-based arts project.
Shelter WA is proud to be supporting this artist-in-residence program.
The Minister announces urther funding for the East Perth Common Ground facility.
If the trial is deemed a success, we encourage the City of Perth to continue to work with service providers, people with lived experience, and the state government to develop safe interim housing options that provide a pathway to permanent homes and service support.