On Thursday 10th October, we’re inviting schools and organisations across the West Midlands to ‘Wear It Red’ for World Homelessness Day!
• Students/ staff wear red to raise awareness.
• We kindly suggest a £1 donation from each student/ staff member to support St Basils. All funds go directly to our programs helping young local people in need.
Why get involved?
Not only will your school/ organisation be part of something amazing, but your students/ staff will gain a sense of purpose and learn about important issues around homelessness.
We’ll provide a 15-minute presentation for your school assembly if you are a school, explaining our work, educating students on how to help their peers in future, and explain how the funds will be used to make a difference, inspiring confidence and community spirit.
If you’re an organisation, we can also come and visit and offer a 15 minute talk or presentation.
National Youth homelessness statistics
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1 in 52 young people are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the UK*
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13,700 young people were homeless in the West Midlands in 2022/2023*
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Youth homelessness has increased 14% from 2022-2023 in the West Midlands*
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67% of cases of homelessness in England were not successfully prevented or dealt with*
- We are short of £9 per young person per night for accommodation, meaning 9 students taking part in the event equals a night of support and safety for a homeless young person
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[*source: Centrepoint]