“Homelessness is not just about lacking a place to sleep. It is about the loss of stability, security, and dignity that comes with having a safe and stable place to call home.” – Samantha Drury, CEO.
It was wonderful to have the opportunity for our CEO to provide an opinion piece for Australian Institute of Management WA on the current state of homelessness in Western Australia.
The latest statistics from the 2021 Census reveal an eight per cent increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness in some form in WA, which now totals 9,720. That’s a staggering increase of more than 720 people since 2016.
The piece highlights the impact of the WA housing climate and the role that government, private sector and the wider community play in the crucial next steps.
St Bart’s acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land that we live and work on, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation. We are privileged to work with, and alongside, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and encourage those who are emerging as leaders.
St Bart’s is committed to diversity and inclusion in all its forms. We welcome and support the health and wellbeing of all people, regardless of background, age, ethnicity, religion and gender identity.