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There is hope: Ending homelessness in Australia

Who are Australia’s hidden homeless?

Even if we don’t see it, homelessness is all around us. Hidden homelessness can happen to anyone, through no fault of their own.

The increased cost of living, impact of domestic and family violence, mental health issues and the lack of affordable housing for vulnerable people - these are all factors contributing to a homelessness crisis in Australia.

Every night, over 122,000 Australians are homeless1 - living in their cars, a garage or other temporary, often insecure accommodation.

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Homelessness facts

More than 122,000 people experience homelessness on any given night.1
More than 17,000 of them are children under 12.1
1 in 7 people who are homeless are over the age of 55.1
Every hour, 3,000 Australians face becoming homeless.2

1 ABS (2021) Census of Population and Housing: Estimating Homelessness
2 Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2022) Specialist homelessness services annual report 2021–22

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Inspired by Jesus Christ, Mission Australia seeks to meet human need and to spread the knowledge of the love of God. We seek relationships that mutually support the local church and our work in your community.

Your church involvement with us can look unique depending on the needs of the local community and the services we offer.

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Will you pray with us?

Prayer is powerful. You can become a Mission Australia prayer partner and join us in praying for our services around the nation.

Available in your choice of a weekly email or quarterly in the post, you can join Christians around Australia in prayer for people in need.

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Every Australian should have a safe home

It doesn’t take much for the average person to slip through the cracks. Being homeless is not a choice, and it can happen to anyone. The increased cost of living, lack of affordable housing and impact of domestic and family violence are some of the factors contributing to a homelessness crisis in Australia.

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