The Housing Secretary’s call to ‘build, baby, build’ won’t solve the country’s youth homelessness crisis – but here’s what will

EveryYouth CEO Nicholas Connolly explains why the Government’s housing-first approach overlooks the real issue — failing support systems. By investing in early intervention, mental health, and employability, we can help young people build lives they’re proud of.
Newly renovated flats in Scotland give lifeline to young people facing homelessness

EveryYouth’s Future Builders programme provides rent at just £318 per month for young people in Perth so they don’t have to access benefits.
‘I’ve always been struck by how quickly and easily someone could become homeless’

Alexander O’Sullivan ran the Royal Parks Half Marathon in London in under two hours for EveryYouth. He shares why he chose to support us.
Sheffield Future Builders home with rent at 50% market rate offers bedrock for young people pushed into homelessness

One young person says that rent at the Future Builders home is cheaper than what she paid to cover bills while living at her grandma’s house.
Finding strength in vulnerability: Surfing Sofas’ journey from homelessness to influential poet

A heartfelt conversation with Surfing Sofas, aka Justin Brown, reveals how his journey through homelessness inspired him to write spoken word poetry, including a bespoke poem for EveryYouth. We sat down with Justin as he releases his latest poem, Not Just One, to mark World Homelessness Day.
Black History Month: Standing Firm in Power and Pride

EveryYouth marks Black History Month by reflecting on race, homelessness, and standing firm in power and pride with young Black people.
Our response to Rachel Reeves: Young people need meaningful, long-term employment

Nicholas Connolly, CEO of EveryYouth, responds to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ proposed employment scheme at the Labour Party Conference, outlining why young people need meaningful, long-term opportunities.
Soaring rent leaves young people stuck in homelessness accommodation for years

Young people are increasingly living in homelessness accommodation for two to four years as private rents soar and long wait lists for social housing make it extremely tough to move out.
Youth Voices: How sharing your story of homelessness can inspire others and shape the future of support

We explain how telling your story can inspire others, influence services, and shift public perception. Whether you’ve just started counselling or finished college, your voice can help shape the future of youth support.
Tony Ramos: ‘We need optimistic leaders’ to create fairer jobs market for young people

EveryYouth chairperson Tony Ramos shares how employers can invest in young people from all backgrounds.