Stay up to date with Launch Housing’s work to end homelessness in Melbourne. Find stories from our frontline services, insights from staff and partners, and updates on key initiatives, events, and advocacy.
Cornelia is an Australian-first pilot program A new independent evaluation has confirmed what many in the sector already knew: the Cornelia program is working. The Australian-first pilot, which supports pregnant women and gender-diverse people experiencing homelessness, has been found to deliver positive outcomes. Led by RMIT University and La Trobe University, the two-year evaluation followed […]
A big shoutout to our team, Melinda Wagner, Edgar Daly, and Vanessa Hulands for their fantastic presentations on the Better Health and Housing Program at the Complex Needs Conference 2025 last month. Melinda Wagner from our Health and Wellbeing team shared valuable insights and key lessons learnt from our experience delivering the program, including the […]
George Hatvani has worked in homelessness in Melbourne for nearly 30 years, as an outreach worker, manager of programs, researcher and advocate. He currently heads Launch Housing’s Advance to Zero program which aims to end rough sleeping in Melbourne by 2030. George’s interview with ABC Drive built on a conversation around concerns about the way […]
We were thrilled to host our first-ever Children’s Art Exhibition on March 20th. The exhibition provided a unique opportunity for donors, partners, and Launch Housing staff to come together, fostering a deeper understanding of the impact their support has on families and children experiencing homelessness. This support has been crucial to the success of our […]
Join us for a night of trivia and entertainment What do Alan Brough, ACMI, and Launch Housing have in common? We’re all joining forces to bring you The Great Launch Quiz! Join us for an unforgettable evening of trivia and entertainment, hosted by Alan Brough from ABC’s Spicks and Specks. Guests will enjoy a sparkling […]
To our Launch Housing community, After nearly 7 years, it’s time to say a fond farewell. I finish as CEO of Launch Housing on 6th May. It’s been a difficult but straight forward decision. After 17 years in Melbourne, I am relocating back to Perth, to be closer to family. During my time with Launch […]
Shorna Graham (She/Her) is a Cultural Safety Advisor at Launch Housing and a Ngarrindjeri, Narungga, Narungga, and Kaurna woman. Seventeen years ago today, then Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered the National Apology to the Stolen Generations, acknowledging the profound harm caused by government policies that forcibly removed First Nations children from their families. While this […]
We’re excited to share with you all the work we’ve done together this year to help end homelessness in Melbourne in our 2023–24 Impact Report. This year was particularly challenging for many Melbournians. Cost of living, housing and rental crises continued to put pressure on people and families. Rents have increased 14% over the last […]
Fiona Schlensog understands how it feels to be on either side of the table when it comes to homelessness services. With 16 years’ experience in the housing and social services industry, and as someone who’s experienced chronic homelessness herself, Fiona Schlensog is bringing invaluable expertise to Launch Housing as the newest member of our board. […]
We’re driven by a belief in the power of collaboration to meet the critical need for more social housing. Initiatives like the recent opening of our Bellfield development showcase the power of collaboration when community organisations like Launch Housing unite and partner with local and state government and the local community. “In social housing, the […]
Today marks International Overdose Awareness Day, which sits close to home for us at Launch Housing. It’s easy to pass judgement, to see a person’s circumstances before seeing the person. Whether it’s homelessness or substance use, stigma can be a heavy burden. Today is about lifting that weight, even if just a little, and acknowledging […]
Wear It Purple Day is an opportunity to openly support and stand with young people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Sadly, LGBTQIA+ people are twice as likely to experience homelessness. Almost one-third of Launch Housing staff identify as LGBTQIA+. We sat down with Danielle Leigh, who has been instrumental in fostering a supportive environment here at […]
