The systems we have today were designed. They are the result of a set of decisions that were made about our society’s priorities and resources. Just as they were designed, we can redesign them so that they work for everyone
To end all types of homelessness, we need to understand and change the factors which cause it and make it worse. Issues such as the availability of affordable housing, legislation and the benefits system are part of this.
Our work with individuals drives our work to influence government, local authorities and housing providers' policy and practice to end homelessness.
Crisis works to influence policy and practice in a number of areas. As part of this work we produce briefings and respond to consultations on a range of policy areas linked to homelessness.
Here you will find research about homelessness trends, the causes of homelessness and its impacts. Our research is categorised by topic