by Policy | Jan 18, 2024 | News
There have been three significant staffing changes at Homeless Connect in recent months. Head of Business Solutions Firstly, we are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Head of Business Solutions, Paula Maskey. Paula has nearly 20 years’ experience working...
by Policy | Jan 15, 2024 | News
APG on Homelessness 15 January 2024 On Monday 15 January, senior representatives of the Housing Executive briefed the All Party Group on Homelessness on their funding position. Grainia Long, the CEO of the Housing Executive, was accompanied by Jennifer Hawthorne...
by Policy | Jan 15, 2024 | News
Voluntary and Community Sector Support Infrastructure Consultation In November 2023, the Department for Communities launched a consultation on draft proposals to support the Voluntary and Community Sector in Northern Ireland. According to the Department, these...
by Policy | Jan 12, 2024 | News
Home. What does it mean to you? When we think of the issues facing those who experience homelessness the only solution can seem like the obvious one – more houses. If this is the solution, why does chronic homelessness exist? Surely if we just housed everyone that...
by Policy | Dec 12, 2023 | News
On Thursday 7th December, Homeless Connect marked our 40th anniversary with a special event at Crumlin Road Gaol. Joined by many of our members, colleagues, organisations and local MLAs, the event celebrated the incredible work of the homelessness sector in supporting...
by Policy | Dec 5, 2023 | News
On Thursday 30th November, the board of Homeless Connect elected Maria Jennings CBE to serve as its Chairperson. She takes over the role from Liam Milligan, CEO of the Northwest Methodist Mission. Maria has been a member of the board since 2020. Prior to taking early...
