3,808 people counted as homeless on the night of the Census 2011. These results are based on a targeted approach aimed at measuring the extent of homelessness in Ireland. This was the first time such a comprehensive approach to measuring homelessness was adopted as part of a Census of Population.
This is Phase II- a qualitative longitudinal study of homeless young people in Dublin city.The research adopted a pathways approach and set out to document, record and understand temporal change in the homeless experience over time. A core aim was to generate in-depth understanding of the process of youth homelessness, with a particular focus on young people’s trajectories into, through and out of homelessness. The study also aimed to inform policyrelevant recommendations related to service provision, early intervention and the prevention of negative outcomes.
In December 2004 The Homeless Agency decided to undertake a review of its current funding process. The terms of reference for this review are as follows: To examine the funding arrangements in terms of their continued
appropriateness and effectiveness and to make recommendations on the future operation of funding and monitoring of homeless services in Dublin
This present policy statement - Delivering Homes, Sustaining Communities provides greater detail on the actions required if the goals in the Framework document are to be achieved. It presents a vision for the future for housing. It is a companion to the National Development Plan 2007-2013: Transforming Ireland - A Better Quality of Life for All, which provides the resources for the required investment and the National Action Plan for Social Inclusion 2007 - 2016 which focuses particularly on social inclusion issues.
Oireachtas reports on homelessness and housing
The Homeless Agency’s Learning and Performance (L&P) Network recommended the development of Competency Framework as part of their Strategy for 2005 -2006. It was felt that such a Framework would aid organisations in their selection, support and performance management process. The L&P Strategy stated that a Competency Framework was critical to developing a quality workforce which
could meet the needs of homeless people.
Government's Homeless Policy Statement 2013
Review of the effectiveness of participation structures and recommendations for future mechanisms to promote partnership and participation.
A number of organisations were selected to provide information on their keyworking policies and practices as well their views on the challenges regarding keyworking within the sector
Oireachtas reports on homelessness and housing