Homelessness

In order to tackle homelessness, we need to provide individuals and families with the stability and resources they need to thrive.

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Causes of homelessness include poverty, unemployment or a shortage of affordable housing, triggered by family breakdown, mental illness, sexual assault, addiction, financial difficulty, gambling or social isolation.

Inadequate low income and supportive housing is part of a greater problem, other things that matter greatly are a sense of belonging, the sense of community, in terms of health and social services that are needed for people to be safe and healthy and happy.

Personal trauma is experienced before people are forced into homelessness, and they experience trauma while they're homeless. If we don't have systems in place to address that emotional damage, homeless populations will continue to rise.

It's crucial that Australians prioritise electing leaders who are committed to tackling homelessness. It's just one symptom of a larger problem affecting our way of life, which is only growing worse. Let's all remember that in order to change policies, we first need to change the policymakers themselves. Let's work together to create a better future for everyone in our country!

Stuart Howe Independent, Parkes 2025-your voice matters.