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Browse our publications to discover what works
We collaborate with academics, universities, and research groups to uncover what really helps people out of homelessness. Explore our growing body of work that includes randomised control trials, systematic reviews, policy papers, and books which help to fill the gaps in our understanding of homelessness.
Featured Publication
January 2024
Homelessness, Refugees and Resettlement in the UK
This report sheds light on the challenges faced by refugees being resettled in the UK. Exploring the connection between poverty, education, health inequalities and housing, it emphasises the role housing plays in shaping the destiny of those on the edge of society. The report highlights that refugees bear a disproportionate burden, often facing multiple challenges and disadvantages when trying to find stable accommodation.
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February 2024
What Works Evidence Notes: Prison Discharge and Homelessness
This paper explores the link between homelessness and discharge from prison, providing key insights into the efficacy of current government programmes and promising new initiatives.
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January 2024
Case Management Report
This report breaks down key findings from over 100 studies on case management and what makes it effective when supporting people out of homelessness.
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August 2023
Evidence and Gap Maps Implementation: Fourth Edition
Also known as the ‘why things work or not’ map, the Fourth Edition of the Implementation Map looks at qualitative evaluations concerning homelessness interventions. The latest edition showcases 597 studies – an increase from the initial 246 studies back in 2018. This growth underscores the growing global interest in understanding homelessness interventions. Notably, 191 of these studies have been added since the previous edition, demonstrating the continual expansion of our knowledge.
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August 2023
The impacts of Lifelong Links on housing outcomes for young people leaving care
This study shows a promising solution to reducing the risk of homelessness among young people leaving care. Looking at Lifelong Links, an intervention connecting children in care with a support network of trusted adults, reduces the risk of homelessness by 10%.
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May 2023
Homelessness and disability in the UK
This policy paper highlights the significant barriers faced by people with disabilities in accessing support and exiting homelessness. It draws on government data and research reports to highlight the higher prevalence of physical disabilities and health conditions in households experiencing poverty and potential homelessness.
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March 2023
What Works Evidence Notes: Mental Health and Homelessness
This paper explores the link between homelessness and mental health, and provides effective interventions such as integrated support models and trauma-focused interventions to tackle these pressing issues.
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February 2023
Evidence and Gap Maps Effectiveness: Fifth Edition
The fifth edition of this report which presents the findings from the evidence and gap map on effectiveness. This new edition contains 690 studies, 128 of which were published in the past two years.
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February 2023
Ethnic inequalities and homelessness in the UK
This policy paper calls for specific interventions to relieve and prevent homelessness among people from ethnic minorities to address stark inequalities among people who are assessed as homelessness. The report, written by Professor Nissa Finney, Professor of Human Geography at the University of St Andrews, highlights how inequalities experienced by different ethnic groups across the UK contribute to higher rates of homelessness.
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