#DYK that 1 in 5 youth in Canada and the United States were trafficked largely for sexual purposes? Learn more by reading the Housing First For Youth (#HF4Y) program guide: bit.ly/49A5KIT #YouthHomelessness

We are conducting a study examining the experiences of established #HF4Y programs in Canada & Europe. This study will help us better understand how HF4Y programs are adopted & come to function effectively/sustainably. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZPCQ33

📢We just published our #HF4Y Training Guide 2023 aiming to disseminate the collective work and experiences accumulated by the Hub, its core partners & associate members during the Hub's activities on #HousingFirstforYouth. 📖Read it here: tinyurl.com/475z9bax

Q: What is the difference between Housing First and Housing First for Youth (#HF4Y)? A: - Broader range of accommodation options - Broader range of supports - Bigger focus on prevention Learn more by checking out this blog: bit.ly/3NaW4Lf

A recent evaluation of the Housing First for Youth (#HF4Y) program model found that youth who went through the HF4Y program displayed consistent improvements in their physical and psychological health. Check out this blog to learn more: bit.ly/49A5KIT

“If you ask any person what led them to #homelessness, it could be any number of things... The solution always starts with housing. However, youth also need supports to help them transition to adulthood and thrive. This is Housing First for Youth #HF4Y.” -Cora MacDonald

We've conducting a study examining the experiences of established #HF4Y programs in Canada & Europe. This study will help us to better understand how HF4Y programs are adopted & come to function effectively: bit.ly/46Jq8oA

“I want to feel like I belong where I am” In this blog, we shine a spotlight on the experiences of #HousingFirst for Youth (HF4Y) participants, and how having access to stable housing has impacted their lives. READ: bit.ly/3xeZIyK #YouthHomelessness #HF4Y

📣 CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: We’re conducting a study examining the experiences of established #HF4Y programs in Canada & Europe. Share your experience & help us to better understand how HF4Y programs are adopted & come to function effectively: bit.ly/46PXwdc

One of the philosophies behind the Housing First for Youth (HF4Y) approach is that there should be housing options available that are appropriate for the young person’s age and stage of development. Learn more about #HF4Y: bit.ly/41oMXuS

We're so proud that our partnership work with @LoveWestLothian has been recognised at the #CoslaAwards23 The commitment and support of local government is key to our efforts to prevent and end youth homelessness in Scotland. #Upstream #Nightstop #HF4Y

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We're so proud that our partnership work with @LoveWestLothian has been recognised at the #CoslaAwards23 The commitment and support of local government is key to our efforts to prevent and end youth homelessness in Scotland. #Upstream #Nightstop #HF4Y

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Check out this free training on the @HLHub_ for an introduction to Housing First for Youth (HF4Y). This is the first of a 3-part #training series on #HF4Y. It explores the core principles, philosophy, and program objectives: bit.ly/45ED3bt

A core principle of Housing First for Youth (#HF4Y) is the right to housing with no preconditions. This means that youth are not required to prove that they are “ready” for housing and that housing is not conditional. Learn more about HF4Y: bit.ly/41oMXuS

Housing First for Youth (#HF4Y) was designed based on the belief that solutions to #YouthHomelessness should be youth-focused because the causes and conditions of youth homelessness are different from adults. Learn more about HF4Y: bit.ly/41oMXuS

Meet our new BioStatistician, Pa Sallah Drammeh! In this position, Sallah will use his statistical expertise to conduct data analyses of our #HF4Y demonstration projects and provide training to our team on quantitative data analysis. Welcome, Sallah! bit.ly/44uhgCC

#HF4Y programs aim to promote social inclusion. This is achieved by creating opportunities for social, cultural, & spiritual engagement. These opportunities are particularly helpful for communities that tend to experience enhanced social isolation Source: bit.ly/41oMXuS

For those who missed our #HF4Y webinar - check it out here! @HousingFirstHub

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For those who missed our #HF4Y webinar - check it out here! @HousingFirstHub

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Q: What is the Endaayaang Program Model? A: Endaayaang is an Indigenous-led adaptation of the #HF4Y program model designed to support #Indigenous youth aged 16–24 who are at risk of experiencing homelessness. Source: bit.ly/42hpOe2