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17-19 June 2025, Gold Coast
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We are now accepting speaker applications. If you would like to be a part of the conversations around ending homelessness, apply below.

If you are interested in attending as a delegate, register your interest here. You will be notified when the full program launches.

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Welcome to the
National Homelessness Conference

We are excited to be bringing the homelessness, housing and social services sectors together for a national conference hosted by and for the homelessness sector in Australia.

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In a context of the growing housing crisis, homelessness practice is becoming more challenging. Tragically, three million Australians are now at risk of homelessness, a rise of 60% in six years.

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The good news is that responses to homelessness keep developing. The challenge is to tap into these bright spots of innovation to drive broader practice, and scale up successful homelessness programs. Thankfully, we have a community of fierce advocates and innovative services who are creating meaningful change.

 

This conference will bring together the best and brightest across the country who understand that the above challenges are merely obstacles rather than roadblocks. They will showcase evidence-based initiatives that work, as well as proposing new approaches for the future.

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If you are interested in being part of the homelessness solution, we hope to engage with you at this important national gathering.​

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Regards,

Kate Colvin

Chief Executive Officer

Homelessness Australia

Our Advisory Board

The advisory board for the conference plays a crucial role in shaping the event's direction and content. These hand-picked industry experts bring their knowledge and experience to ensure that the conference addresses the most relevant topics and challenges facing the sector.

Apply to Speak

​If you have an idea for a session or presentation, or an example of fabulous innovation in homelessness service delivery that you believe would add value to the conversation, you can apply to speak at the conference by sending a submission.

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Final selection of the program will be made by the Homelessness Australia and Homelessness Queensland Conference Advisory Committee by 20 February.

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Selection will be based on several factors, including the degree to which a session explores a new or challenging issue, and can showcase innovation, pragmatism, and applicability, as well as how it blends with other planned content.​​

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If you have any questions, please reach out to us at homelessness.au@aventedge.com

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The deadline to submit your application is 7 February.

 Be a part of our program 

Thanks for submitting! A member of our team will be in touch shortly.

Key Takeaways

  • Understand the Scope of Homelessness: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the scale, nature, and complexities of homelessness in Australia.
     

  • Evidence-Based Practices: Deepen your knowledge of effective, evidence-based approaches to address homelessness.
     

  • Foster Collaboration and Partnerships: Work with peers to strengthen community supports and enhance organisational strategies and responses to complexity.
     

  • Incorporate Lived Experience: Integrate the voices and expertise of people with lived experience into your homelessness responses.

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  • Inclusivity and Cultural Safety: Design culturally safe services for First Nations Australians, children, and young people.

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  • Stay Updated on Policy Developments: Learn about the latest homelessness policies and their implications for practice.

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Who Attends?

The conference will bring together senior leaders and frontline workers across the homelessness, housing, social services, government, and research sectors.

Organisations Include:

  • Homelessness and Housing NFPs + Advocacy Groups

  • Social and Affordable Housing Providers

  • First Nations Community Controlled Sector

  • Domestic Violence NFPs

  • Mental Health NFPs

  • Drug and Alcohol NFPs

  • Government Departments and Agencies

  • Local Councils

  • Universities and Research Institutes

Job Titles Include:

  • C-Suite

  • Directors of Homelessness, Housing, Emergency Shelter, Rental Support

  • Senior Strategy and Policy Managers

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing

  • Domestic Violence

  • Child Protection

  • Case Worker

  • Tenancy Support

Register your interest to attend

Interested in attending as a delegate? Fill in your details below to be notified when the full program launches and stay up-to-date on the program.

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