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  2. About Homelessness for Women

About homelessness for women

Homelessness is a complex issue – and it’s not just a housing problem.

Many homeless women have experienced significant trauma in their lives, which has often led to complex issues and needs. Supporting women who are homeless means so much more than simply putting a roof over their heads.

What is homelessness for women?

What is homelessness for women?

Women who are homeless have different issues and different needs to men, and we believe that different kinds of support should be offered to women so that they can leave homelessness behind. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2018

Updated: 27th March, 2023

Author: Deleted User

What causes homelessness for women?

What causes homelessness for women?

The biggest cause of homelessness for women is domestic abuse. It is estimated that around 40% of homeless women became homeless because they had left an abusive relationship. Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2018

Updated: 27th March, 2023

Author: Deleted User

How can we end homelessness for women?

How can we end homelessness for women?

We believe that we all have a role to play in ending homelessness for women, and that we can all work together to tackle the issues which lead to homelessness for women. Read more

Published: 3rd January, 2018

Updated: 27th March, 2023

Author: Deleted User

IRIS Programme

IRIS Programme

The IRIS programme is a collaboration between health care providers and third sector organisations specialising in domestic abuse and violence. Read more

Published: 28th April, 2021

Updated: 18th September, 2023

Author: Laura Hallsmith

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    Ending Homelessness, Changing Futures

    At Llamau we believe that no young person or vulnerable woman should ever have to experience homelessness.

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Llamau Ltd is a registered charity in England and Wales (701772). Registered company in England and Wales (02396224). Registered address: 23-25 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9HA.