National Homelessness Week is held from 6 – 12 August 2018 and the theme this year is ‘Ending Homelessness Together’.
The week aims to raise awareness around the personal stories of people experiencing homelessness, the issues they face and the action needed to achieve enduring solutions.
Homelessness Week is an opportunity for the community to work together to raise awareness of homelessness, with a number of events being held around the State.
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Monday 6th August
Come along to the launch of Homelessness Week 2018, and find out more about homelessness in Tasmania. Be part of the solution. Together we can end homelessness in our community.
Acknowledgement of Country 11:10
Lord Mayor Alderman Ron Christie will open the event at 11:15am
Colony 47 CEO, Danny Sutton
Shelter Tasmania EO, Pattie Chugg
Colony 47 will reveal the locations for a week-long soundscape to be held across the Hobart, Glenorchy and Clarence municipalities, sharing the voices of those at risk of, or experiencing homelessness.
See the event flyer or free call 1800 265 669 for more information.
When: Monday 6th August, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Mathers House 108-110 Bathurst St, Hobart
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Colony 47 on 1800 265 669.
Youth, Family & Community Connections Annual HELP Short Film Festival aims to increase community awareness of relevant and complex issues.
The Theme for the 2018 HELP Film Festival is “Stereotypes” in relation to Youth homelessness and/or Youth alcohol and other drug usage with a focus on positive solutions.
Young Tasmanian film makers aged 12-24 were asked to produce a short film for entry to the festival. The selected films will be screened during National Homelessness Week on the evening of Monday 6th August at CMAX Cinema in Devonport.
When: Monday 6th August, 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start
Where: CMAX Cinema, 5/7 Best St, Devonport
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Cassie at YFCC on 03 6424 7375 or cassie@yfcc.com.au.
Tuesday 7th August
All are welcome, however please note: this is not a media event.
All Round Health and Community Care will be holding a drop-in health clinic focusing on education and awareness to the general public regarding homelessness.
The clinic will be providing diabetes, blood pressure and respiratory checks as well as the chance to discuss any general health concerns.
Handmade soap will be available to buy, raising much-needed funds for “The Street Clinic” program. Research undertaken overseas has highlighted that socks and soap are two things that someone who has found themselves sleeping rough value.
A Paw Up will also be at the clinic, an organisation that helps feed and care for the pets of Tasmanians who are homeless or facing homelessness.
When: Tuesday 7th August, 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Franklin Square, 70 Macquarie St, Hobart
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact David Patras at All Round Health and Community Care on 03 6236 9016 or dpatras@roundhealth.org.au.
Wednesday 8th August
CatholicCare Housing Connect staff will be assisting with preparing and serving lunch for the community, including delicious deserts donated by CatholicCare.
‘Men’s essentials’ toiletry bags will also be distributed on the day.
When: Wednesday 8th August, 12:00pm (noon) to 2:00pm
Where: Burnie Baptist Church City Mission
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Jo on 03 6431 8555.
It is becoming more difficult to secure affordable and appropriate housing in Hobart. There are increasing reports of people having trouble accessing permanent and safe accommodation and that this lack of access to affordable homes and rentals has led to higher levels of couch surfing, overcrowding and homelessness.
Please join us at the Town Hall for a conversation around current evidence and experience in the community, recent research data and changing demands.
Together, let’s find solutions to end homelessness in our community.
The panellists will be:
– Pattie Chugg, Executive Officer, Shelter Tasmania
– Lisa Denny, Institute for the Study of Social Change (UTAS)
– Peter White, Deputy Secretary, Housing and Disability and Community Services, Department of Communities
– Danny Sutton, Chief Executive, Colony 47
Those who cannot attend in person can watch the forum live via this link.
Presented by the City of Hobart, in conjunction with Colony 47 and the Institute for the Study of Social Change (UTAS).
When: Wednesday 8th August, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Where: Hobart Town Hall, 50 Macquarie St, Hobart or online via livestream.com
Cost: Free
For more information, please see the event poster, the Hobart City calendar or contact Danielle Walker at Hobart City Council on 03 6238 2772 or walkerd@hobartcity.com.au.
Join us to explore “Issues & Solutions” around homelessness. This event will be held on both Wednesday the 8th and Thursday the 9th, with the same lineup each night.
6:00pm to 6:30pm – Speaker: Belinda Clarke, Director of CatholicCare’s “Social Impact Program”
An innovative and collaborative way of working to enhance individual and community wellbeing. Centacare Evolve Housing have adopted the SIP framework as their community development model. Specific co-creative initiatives include Build Up Tassie, Neighbourhood Leadership Program and The Hub.
6:45pm to 7:15pm – Speaker: Tim Gourlay, Executive Director, Centacare Evolve Housing
7:30pm to 8:00pm – Singer/Songwriter: Darvis Walker, performing “Black Bird” – an anthem for youth at risk.
Art Exhibition – “Behind Closed Doors”
by Tasmanian artist and CatholicCare staff member Trish Verdouw. Inspired by her therapeutic work with individuals and families whose lives have been affected by homelessness and domestic violence, Trish will show some work from her collection titled “Behind Closed Doors”.
There will also be an assemblage of audio and visual installations throughout the evening including soundscape and video portraits.
Thank you for joining us in this artistic and corporate exploration of homelessness in Tasmania.
When: Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th August, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: upstairs, Republic Bar & Cafe, 299 Elizabeth St, North Hobart
Cost: Free
For more information, please see the event flyer or contact Denise Leonard at CatholicCare on 03 6278 1660 or denise.leonard@AOHTAS.ORG.AU.
Vinnies will be distributing coats alongside Gran’s Van at the usual Gran’s Van stopping points in Devonport.
When/Where: Wednesday 8th August
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Maryanne Singline at Vinnies on 03 6333 0822.
Thursday 9th August
Magnolia Place Launceston Women’s Shelter will be holding a Community Awareness Stall as part of Homelessness Week.
When: Thursday 9th August, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Where: Prospect Vale Marketplace, 350 Westbury Rd, Prospect Vale
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Narelle or Marg at Magnolia Place on 03 6344 5322 or admin@lws.org.au.
Join us to explore “Issues & Solutions” around homelessness. This event will be held on both Wednesday the 8th and Thursday the 9th, with the same lineup each night.
6:00pm to 6:30pm – Speaker: Belinda Clarke, Director of CatholicCare’s “Social Impact Program”
An innovative and collaborative way of working to enhance individual and community wellbeing. Centacare Evolve Housing have adopted the SIP framework as their community development model. Specific co-creative initiatives include Build Up Tassie, Neighbourhood Leadership Program and The Hub.
6:45pm to 7:15pm – Speaker: Tim Gourlay, Executive Director, Centacare Evolve Housing
7:30pm to 8:00pm – Singer/Songwriter: Darvis Walker, performing “Black Bird” – an anthem for youth at risk.
Art Exhibition – “Behind Closed Doors”
by Tasmanian artist and CatholicCare staff member Trish Verdouw. Inspired by her therapeutic work with individuals and families whose lives have been affected by homelessness and domestic violence, Trish will show some work from her collection titled “Behind Closed Doors”.
There will also be an assemblage of audio and visual installations throughout the evening including soundscape and video portraits.
Thank you for joining us in this artistic and corporate exploration of homelessness in Tasmania.
When: Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th August, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: upstairs, Republic Bar & Cafe, 299 Elizabeth St, North Hobart
Cost: Free
For more information, please see the event flyer contact Denise Leonard at CatholicCare on 03 6278 1660 or denise.leonard@AOHTAS.ORG.AU.
Friday 10th August
Anglicare will be holding a Community Awareness stall at Launceston LINC. There will be a photographic display and quotes from people who have experienced homelessness. Information will be available on housing stress, renting and budgeting, showing the difficulty of renting on low incomes.
Staff will be available throughout the day, and people will be invited to share their thoughts on homelessness and suggestions of what can be done to end homelessness.
When: Friday 10th August, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Launceston LINC, 71 Civic Square, Launceston
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Louise Bieser at Anglicare on 03 6333 3063 or L.Bieser@anglicare-tas.org.au.
Bethlehem house will be hosting a BBQ for all members of the community in Franklin Square, Hobart. BBQ starts at 11:00am and will be available until 2:00pm or food runs out.
When: Friday 10th August, 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Franklin Square, 70 Macquarie St, Hobart
Cost: Free
For more information, contact Stephanie K Meikle at Bethlehem House on 03 6234 4594 or ceo@bethlehemhouse.org.au.
Please note: this is not a media event
YFCC will be hosting an awareness raising luncheon for local providers and community leaders.
When: Friday 10th August, 11:45am for a 12:00pm start
Where: Gateway Hotel, 16 Fenton St, Devonport
Cost: Free, by invitation only
For more information, contact Graham Marshall (graham@yfcc.com.au) or Shane Leonard (shane@yfcc.com.au)
Anglicare will be hosting an art competition and exhibition at the Devonport Youth Facility. Students from local schools will create artwork to be exhibited at the Devonport Youth Facility starting Tuesday 7th of August, with prizes awarded at an afternoon tea on Friday 10th of August.
When: Art exhibited from Tuesday 7th August, awards and afternoon tea Friday 10th of August (time to be confirmed)
Where: Devonport Supported Youth Accommodation Service, 7 Eveline Court, Devonport
Cost: Free
For more information, please contact Liz Leslie at Anglicare on 1800 243 232 or lizl@anglicare-tas.org.au.
Sunday 12th August
No Violence Here: Bad things happen when good people do nothing…”It stops with me”…learn and teach others to be up-standers to end violence in our community
When: Sunday 12th August 9.00am to 4.30pm
Where: Moonah Arts Centre, 23-27 Albert Rd, Moonah, Hobart
Who: Community members – through expression of interest. Please contact Lisa Rudd E: lrudd@gcc.tas.gov.au or P: 03 6216 6317
Cost: Free
Presented by: Glenorchy City Council and Hobart Womens Shelter
Workshop Facilitator: Mark Wadie
Funded by: Community Support Levy – Dept. Health and Human Services
Other Homelessness Week Events
CatholicCare Launceston will be distributing essential bags for men – Items will include but not limited to: toilet roll, shampoo, soap, face washer, deodorant, and water bottle. A Services list of where to access free/cheap meals and showers will also be included.
Through this initiative we are hoping to make a small difference to the lives of those experiencing homelessness. This initiative also aims to highlight homelessness and the impact on those sleeping rough/couch surfing.
Where: Bags will be distributed at Shekinah House hot meals night and St Vincent de Paul food van.
When: Date and time to be advised
For more information, please contact Maranda on 03 6332 0600.
Karinya Young Women’s Service Launceston will be hosting an interactive display at Launceston College, running from Monday to Friday, engaging college students to add to the display ‘What home means to them’.
When: Monday 6th to Friday 10th August
Where: Launceston College
For more information, please contact Ria Brink on 03 6331 0774 or karinya@kyws.org.au.
During Homelessness Week, Fahan School Year 7 works for the 50/50 campaign will be displayed in the windows of the City of Hobart Customer Service Centre in Elizabeth Street.
Where: Windows of City of Hobart Customer Service Centre, 16 Elizabeth St, Hobart
When: 6th to 12th August
For more information, please see the 50/50 – Affordable Housing Awareness ART Campaign on Facebook.
Everybody’s Home
Homelessness Week is also linked to the national Everybody’s Home campaign. Shelter Tas proudly supports the campaign’s plan to fix the national housing system so that everybody has a home.
Join the campaign now:
