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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · 1d

🌍 This #WorldHomelessDay, poet @surfingsofas.bsky.social shares Not Just One — a powerful poem about homelessness, hope & change.

🎶 Donate as little as £1 to hear the full poem & support young people facing homelessness: everyyouth.org.uk/product/not-...

#HomelessnessAwareness

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · 4d

📢 We spoke to @bigissue.com about hidden homelessness.

Most young people we support have not slept rough but have experienced #hiddenhomelessness, such as sofa surfing or living in temporary accommodation.

Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/wp-content/u...

#WorldHomelessDay

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · 5d

✍️ Talented poet @surfingsofas.bsky.social, aka Justin, reveals how his journey through homelessness inspired him to write a bespoke poem for EveryYouth.

‘Not Just One’ out on Friday, October 10! 🎶✨

Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/10/06/f...

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · 10d

✊ This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re standing firm in power and pride.

💥 Young Black people are 4x more likely to face homelessness

At EveryYouth, we're challenging inequality, amplifying voices and driving change.

Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/10/01/b...

#BHM2025 #BlackHistory #Homelessness

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · 11d

Today Chancellor Rachel Reeves vowed to offer work placements for young people.

We say:
This can be transformational but if the scheme forces young people into dead-end work for minimum wage it will cause more harm than good.

Read our full statement: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/09/29/r...

#UK #News

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Sep 11

Fantastic @itvanglia.bsky.social coverage by Rob Setchell sharing Patti's story and the great work of EveryYouth charity, The Benjamin Foundation! 👏

Young people are spending years in homelessness accommodation as private rents soar and wait lists for social housing grow.

#Housing #UK

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Sep 10

💛 Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.

People experiencing homelessness are at higher risk of suicide. On average, 5 young people take their lives every day.

🫂You're not alone! Support is here:
@samaritans.bsky.social - Call 116 123
PAPYRUS - Call 0800 068 4141

#WSPD2025 #SuicidePrevention

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Sep 4

💥 We’re launching brand new T-shirts with Everpress featuring artist Mark Titchner's incredible designs!

💰100% of creator profits will be donated to support young people in our Network.

For a limited time only! Buy now: everpress.com/everyyouth

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Aug 18

Want to know more about the young people we support?

📣 Hear their transformational stories, what future they imagine for themselves now, and advice they have for anyone experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

#EveryYouth #YoungPeople #YouthHomelessness #Charity

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Aug 12

Today is #InternationalYouthDay! 🌍

To celebrate, we’re sharing some of the incredible friendships young people have made after receiving support from Roundabout, one of the Delivery Partners in our Network.

Meet Brittany, Charlotte and Aimee: youtu.be/V1VyX9-SH_4

#Youth #YoungPeople #Awareness

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 28

England are #Euro2025 champions! 🏆 🎊

Michelle Agyemang, 19, has been named Young Player of the Tournament! 👏

We know that behind every young person's success is someone who showed up for them. We support thousands of young people facing homelessness, helping them to build a future. 💟

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 22

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 22

Beautiful storytelling in this video!

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 17

We supported 2,309 young people facing homelessness in 2024. That's 6 young people every single day! 🙌 🎉

Thank you to everyone who made this possible. 💟

Read our latest Impact Report: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/07/14/i...

#ImpactReport #SocialImpact #Charity #NonProfit

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 17

🗣️ “We need optimistic leaders who pose awkward questions.”

EveryYouth chairperson Tony Ramos shares advice for employers and young people to build a more inclusive jobs market.

Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/07/17/t...

#Interview #YouthEmployment #InclusiveRecruitment

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 11

🏠 Young people moving into council housing after homelessness face £1,800 setup costs for basics like carpet and a fridge.

EveryYouth and Step by Step say under-25s with no family support should get equal Universal Credit

🔗 Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/07/11/c...

#UK #News #CouncilHousing

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jul 4

🏳️‍🌈 As Pride continues across the UK, we asked young people in our network what it means for them.

🗣️ A young person supported by @llamau.bsky.social in Wales said: "Pride for me isn't really an event, it's an act. It's me being myself every day."

Pride is being you! 💟

#Pride #Inclusion

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 30

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month may be over, but LGBTQ+ young people still need support!

📚 Learn about the barriers they face
🏠 Push for inclusive services
💬 Create safe spaces
📢 Speak up for better support

#LGBTQIA #Inclusion #PrideMonth2025

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 26

🌟 Meet the incredible young people that we support!

They travelled from all over the UK for our photoshoot.

🏠 All of them have found independence after facing homelessness.

💟 Every young person should have the opportunity to thrive.

#YouthHomelessness @rocktrust.bsky.social

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 25

💥 More than 19,000 young people faced rural homelessness last year.

The biggest barrier? Transport.

📢 That’s why we’re calling for the Government to introduce a transport bursary to help young people in rural areas regain independence.

Read more: everyyouth.org.uk/2025/06/25/y...

#UKHomelessness

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 23

Sleep Out is BACK!🌙

Swap your bed for a sleeping bag for one night to help support young people facing homelessness.

Sign up now, gather your team, and make a difference.🌟

everyyouth.enthuse.com/cf/sleep-out...

📍Museum of the Home
📅 Thursday 13th November, 7pm

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 13

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ youth are FOUR times more likely to face homelessness - often due to family rejection and lack of support.

🫂 At EveryYouth, we’re dedicated to providing holistic support for all young people.

Find out more: everyyouth.org.uk/about-us/wha...

#PrideMonth #UKHomelessness

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 10

💥 Tionte never felt at home - until he found 1625 Independent People.

💚 With support from EveryYouth’s Healthy Programme, he’s now positive about his future.

🗣️ “Homelessness changed me — it helped me become who I am today.”

everyyouth.org.uk/2025/06/10/t...

#PrideMonth #YouthHomelessness

EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · Jun 2

Pride is more than a month – it's a movement! 🌈 ✊

Young LGBTQ+ people facing homelessness need more than visibility and celebration – they need access to safe housing, inclusive employment and supportive communities.

We stand with them all year round, not just in June.

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

#PrideMonth

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EveryYouth @everyyouth.bsky.social · May 13

John* experienced homelessness but Project Flourish, created by EveryYouth and Hays, has helped him turn his life around with a career in recruitment.

"I'm in disbelief," he shared with @lgeraghty23.bsky.social at the @bigissue.com.

www.bigissue.com/news/employm...