STREET TO HOME PROJECT

Flagship Initiative

The Street to Home Project by VEF is a compassionate, community-based initiative designed to support individuals experiencing homelessness by guiding them from life on the streets to stable housing, dignity, and self-reliance. In line with SDG 11, which is focused on making cities and human development inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

Project Goal

To reduce street homelessness by providing holistic support that enables individuals to transition safely from the streets into stable homes and sustainable livelihoods

Homelessness remains a critical challenge in rural and urban areas characterised by poverty, unemployment, lack of affordable housing, mental health issues, substance dependency, and social exclusion. Individuals living on the streets are exposed to violence, illness, stigma, and chronic instability. Without structured intervention, many remain trapped in a cycle of homelessness and vulnerability.

Project Goal

To reduce street homelessness by providing holistic support that enables individuals to transition safely from the streets into stable homes and sustainable livelihoods

Project Activities

Needs Assessment

Trained outreach teams will engage individuals on the streets, provide food, hygiene kits, and basic medical aid, and conduct needed assessments while building trust.

Emergency & Transitional Shelter

Beneficiaries will be referred to safe, temporary shelters offering meals, sanitation, counseling, and protection, with special consideration for women and vulnerable groups.

Case Management & Support Services

Each beneficiary will receive individualized case management, including assistance with identification documents, healthcare referrals, counseling, and rehabilitation services.

Skills Training & Livelihood Development

Participants will receive vocational training, life-skills education, and job placement support. Small business and micro-enterprise opportunities will also be explored.

Housing Placement & Follow-Up

The project will facilitate access to permanent housing through rental assistance, partnerships with landlords, or housing-first models. Ongoing follow-up support will ensure housing stability.

Target Beneficiaries

Adults and youth experiencing chronic homelessness

Individuals recovering from substance abuse

Women and children living on the streets

Persons with disabilities and mental health challenges

END POVERTY

ZERO HUNGER

GOOD HEALTH

QUALITY EDUCATION

GENDER EQUALITY

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