Housing First, as its name suggests, advocates for the provision of stable housing as the fundamental basis for a person’s successful empowerment and self-reliance.

It is the most scientifically proven model for combating homelessness worldwide, based on the fundamental Human Right to Housing.

Launching a Housing First programme is just the first step.

To transform it from a short-term pilot project into a permanent and comprehensive solution, it must be integrated into a broader strategic framework that prioritizes prevention, housing, and holistic, personalized support for individuals, without time limits.

Official socio-economic studies show that Housing First is the most cost-effective solution for reforming national housing policy, as it significantly reduces costs in other public services, such as health care and social welfare.

Based on these findings, the model has proven its effectiveness, achieving housing retention rates exceeding 85% after two years of participation in the program.

Since 2013, our experience through Streetwork and our daily engagement with the field, naturally led us to the need for an evidence-based and proven approach to addressing homelessness.