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Hayma wanted independence and a safe home
Hayma* came to Australia as a child refugee and grew up in foster care. But after leaving care, she stayed with relatives who were pressuring her to marry against her wishes.
"Thankfully, my school connected me to Mission Australia's Better Futures program for young people leaving care. They helped me gain independence and a safe place to stay at Willow House."
*Names and images have been changed to protect the identity of the people we help.
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At Willow House, Hayma has learnt skills like cooking, budgeting and managing her mental health. The program has also helped her build confidence and a rental history.
Hayma is also working hard as she studies to become a nurse so that she can help others, like she has been.
Please donate this Easter to help more young people like Hayma find the safety, stability and support they need to thrive.
The scale of youth homelessness in Australia
28,948
young people under the age of 19 are homeless on any given night1
12%
more young people under the age of 19 have become homeless in the last five years1
3,200
Australians seek help from homelessness services every hour2
72%
of young people presenting to homelessness services are not enrolled in any education or training2
2AIHW (2025) Specialist homelessness services annual report 2024-25
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