Homeless Connect
@homelessconnect.bsky.social
We're on a journey to end homelessness. We represent the NI homelessness sector and amplify voices of people with lived experience. We provide the Home Starter Pack service and FareShare in NI
Homeless Connect one day in person course Effective Conversations to Reduce Alcohol and Drug-Related Harm is just 2 weeks away on the 18th November. It will enhance attendees conversational skills around these sensitive topics .
Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
November 3, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Homeless Connect one day in person course Effective Conversations to Reduce Alcohol and Drug-Related Harm is just 2 weeks away on the 18th November. It will enhance attendees conversational skills around these sensitive topics .
Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
Homeless Connect in person course on 18 November, (Belfast) is 'Effective Conversations to Reduce Alcohol and Drug Related harm'. This course will increase staff confidence in managing alcohol and/or drug related situations safely. Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
October 24, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Homeless Connect in person course on 18 November, (Belfast) is 'Effective Conversations to Reduce Alcohol and Drug Related harm'. This course will increase staff confidence in managing alcohol and/or drug related situations safely. Fee:£135 (member); £165 (non-member)
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
Book today bit.ly/47m4c4V
🎥 What a day! The NI Homelessness Conference 2025 brought together experts, frontline workers & lived experience voices for a day of learning & collaboration. Thanks to all who joined us! #NIHC2025
October 14, 2025 at 2:52 PM
🎥 What a day! The NI Homelessness Conference 2025 brought together experts, frontline workers & lived experience voices for a day of learning & collaboration. Thanks to all who joined us! #NIHC2025
A brilliant day at the NI Homelessness Conference 2025!
Huge thanks to our speakers, sponsors & everyone who joined us. Your insights & collaboration made it a real success.
Watch this space for highlights & key takeaways.
#NIHC25
Huge thanks to our speakers, sponsors & everyone who joined us. Your insights & collaboration made it a real success.
Watch this space for highlights & key takeaways.
#NIHC25
October 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
A brilliant day at the NI Homelessness Conference 2025!
Huge thanks to our speakers, sponsors & everyone who joined us. Your insights & collaboration made it a real success.
Watch this space for highlights & key takeaways.
#NIHC25
Huge thanks to our speakers, sponsors & everyone who joined us. Your insights & collaboration made it a real success.
Watch this space for highlights & key takeaways.
#NIHC25
This summer we visited Hosford at @East Belfast Mission. From hostel support to the 240 Inclusion Hub, staff help with housing, wellbeing & skills. Inspiring work linking clients to community despite pressures.
Learn more: homelessconnect.org/hosford/ #HomelessConnect #CommunitySupport
Learn more: homelessconnect.org/hosford/ #HomelessConnect #CommunitySupport
October 3, 2025 at 9:47 AM
This summer we visited Hosford at @East Belfast Mission. From hostel support to the 240 Inclusion Hub, staff help with housing, wellbeing & skills. Inspiring work linking clients to community despite pressures.
Learn more: homelessconnect.org/hosford/ #HomelessConnect #CommunitySupport
Learn more: homelessconnect.org/hosford/ #HomelessConnect #CommunitySupport
Last chance to register for #NIHC2025! Join leading experts on 9 Oct for a day of keynotes, panels & workshops tackling homelessness. Last remaining tickets. Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
September 30, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Last chance to register for #NIHC2025! Join leading experts on 9 Oct for a day of keynotes, panels & workshops tackling homelessness. Last remaining tickets. Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
How can lived experience help address health inequalities in homelessness? Hear ADRC’s groundbreaking research shaped by those who’ve lived it. 📅 9 Oct, St Comgall’s. Book: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn... #NIHC2025
September 23, 2025 at 2:16 PM
How can lived experience help address health inequalities in homelessness? Hear ADRC’s groundbreaking research shaped by those who’ve lived it. 📅 9 Oct, St Comgall’s. Book: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn... #NIHC2025
We visited Mindwise Inverary House, celebrating 50 years of supporting people with mental health challenges. A new Tenancy Bridge Building role will ease the move to independent living. Staff also access training & advocacy via our Frontline Learning Network. Learn more: bit.ly/46jztEU
September 22, 2025 at 11:35 AM
We visited Mindwise Inverary House, celebrating 50 years of supporting people with mental health challenges. A new Tenancy Bridge Building role will ease the move to independent living. Staff also access training & advocacy via our Frontline Learning Network. Learn more: bit.ly/46jztEU
Mark Baillie & Nikki McConville represented @homelessconnect.bsky.social at the Secretary of State’s Garden Party at Hillsborough Castle, joining others recognised for their impact across NI communities.
September 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Mark Baillie & Nikki McConville represented @homelessconnect.bsky.social at the Secretary of State’s Garden Party at Hillsborough Castle, joining others recognised for their impact across NI communities.
This afternoon the All Party Group on #Homelessness met to hear from officials on the fifth Interdepartmental Homelessness Action Plan (IDHAP). You can read more about the session on our website here
homelessconnect.org/apg-on-homel...
homelessconnect.org/apg-on-homel...
September 9, 2025 at 5:50 PM
This afternoon the All Party Group on #Homelessness met to hear from officials on the fifth Interdepartmental Homelessness Action Plan (IDHAP). You can read more about the session on our website here
homelessconnect.org/apg-on-homel...
homelessconnect.org/apg-on-homel...
One month to go until the NI Homelessness Conference 2025 at St Comgall’s, West Belfast.
Expect expert panels, practical workshops, and the chance to connect with colleagues from across NI, the UK & Europe.
📅 9 Oct | 🎟️ Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
Expect expert panels, practical workshops, and the chance to connect with colleagues from across NI, the UK & Europe.
📅 9 Oct | 🎟️ Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
September 4, 2025 at 8:22 AM
One month to go until the NI Homelessness Conference 2025 at St Comgall’s, West Belfast.
Expect expert panels, practical workshops, and the chance to connect with colleagues from across NI, the UK & Europe.
📅 9 Oct | 🎟️ Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
Expect expert panels, practical workshops, and the chance to connect with colleagues from across NI, the UK & Europe.
📅 9 Oct | 🎟️ Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
The housing crisis in NI is worsening, with over 32,000 households now facing homelessness, up 136% in the last decade. Without urgent funding for social housing, more families will be left behind.
Full statement from Homeless Connect: bit.ly/41iUnm9
Full statement from Homeless Connect: bit.ly/41iUnm9
August 21, 2025 at 10:28 AM
The housing crisis in NI is worsening, with over 32,000 households now facing homelessness, up 136% in the last decade. Without urgent funding for social housing, more families will be left behind.
Full statement from Homeless Connect: bit.ly/41iUnm9
Full statement from Homeless Connect: bit.ly/41iUnm9
NI Homelessness Conference panel spotlight: Innovative Approaches to Homelessness with Freek Spinnewijn (FEANTSA) & Maggie Brunjes (Homeless Network Scotland). Two leaders, one goal: ending homelessness. Join us 9 Oct, St Comgall’s. Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn... #NIHC2025
August 19, 2025 at 11:50 AM
NI Homelessness Conference panel spotlight: Innovative Approaches to Homelessness with Freek Spinnewijn (FEANTSA) & Maggie Brunjes (Homeless Network Scotland). Two leaders, one goal: ending homelessness. Join us 9 Oct, St Comgall’s. Book now: homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn... #NIHC2025
NI Homelessness Conference - 9 Oct
Why attend? Because ending homelessness needs more than good intentions. It needs joined-up thinking.
📍 Big issues, honest conversations
🧠 Learn from lived experience & sector leaders
🤝 Connect, share, act
Book now: bit.ly/45s7pAl
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
Why attend? Because ending homelessness needs more than good intentions. It needs joined-up thinking.
📍 Big issues, honest conversations
🧠 Learn from lived experience & sector leaders
🤝 Connect, share, act
Book now: bit.ly/45s7pAl
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
August 14, 2025 at 9:31 AM
NI Homelessness Conference - 9 Oct
Why attend? Because ending homelessness needs more than good intentions. It needs joined-up thinking.
📍 Big issues, honest conversations
🧠 Learn from lived experience & sector leaders
🤝 Connect, share, act
Book now: bit.ly/45s7pAl
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
Why attend? Because ending homelessness needs more than good intentions. It needs joined-up thinking.
📍 Big issues, honest conversations
🧠 Learn from lived experience & sector leaders
🤝 Connect, share, act
Book now: bit.ly/45s7pAl
#NIHC25 #Housing #NIEvents
Violence against women and girls is a homelessness issue.
At our conference workshop, we’ll hear from:
– NIHE
– Women’s Aid
– I-SPHERE
Explore how services can respond more safely and effectively.
🗓️ 9 Oct | homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#HomelessConnect #VAWG #HomelessnessConference
At our conference workshop, we’ll hear from:
– NIHE
– Women’s Aid
– I-SPHERE
Explore how services can respond more safely and effectively.
🗓️ 9 Oct | homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#HomelessConnect #VAWG #HomelessnessConference
August 8, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Violence against women and girls is a homelessness issue.
At our conference workshop, we’ll hear from:
– NIHE
– Women’s Aid
– I-SPHERE
Explore how services can respond more safely and effectively.
🗓️ 9 Oct | homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#HomelessConnect #VAWG #HomelessnessConference
At our conference workshop, we’ll hear from:
– NIHE
– Women’s Aid
– I-SPHERE
Explore how services can respond more safely and effectively.
🗓️ 9 Oct | homelessconnect.org/ni-homelessn...
#HomelessConnect #VAWG #HomelessnessConference
🚨 The NI Homelessness Conference 2025 tackles some of the biggest issues facing our sector:
⚕️Overdose Prevention Facilities
🏡Housing allocations reform
🧔♀️Violence against women & girls
📦Migration & homelessness in Europe
Book tickets @HomelessConnect
9 Oct | Belfast | homelessconnect.org
⚕️Overdose Prevention Facilities
🏡Housing allocations reform
🧔♀️Violence against women & girls
📦Migration & homelessness in Europe
Book tickets @HomelessConnect
9 Oct | Belfast | homelessconnect.org
August 5, 2025 at 8:59 AM
🚨 The NI Homelessness Conference 2025 tackles some of the biggest issues facing our sector:
⚕️Overdose Prevention Facilities
🏡Housing allocations reform
🧔♀️Violence against women & girls
📦Migration & homelessness in Europe
Book tickets @HomelessConnect
9 Oct | Belfast | homelessconnect.org
⚕️Overdose Prevention Facilities
🏡Housing allocations reform
🧔♀️Violence against women & girls
📦Migration & homelessness in Europe
Book tickets @HomelessConnect
9 Oct | Belfast | homelessconnect.org
Thanks to Cheryl Brownlee MLA for meeting with us this week to discuss housing and homelessness issues.
We’re continuing to meet with MLAs across parties to push for meaningful reform and investment in prevention.
#Housing #Homelessness #NIAssembly #EndHomelessness
We’re continuing to meet with MLAs across parties to push for meaningful reform and investment in prevention.
#Housing #Homelessness #NIAssembly #EndHomelessness
August 1, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Thanks to Cheryl Brownlee MLA for meeting with us this week to discuss housing and homelessness issues.
We’re continuing to meet with MLAs across parties to push for meaningful reform and investment in prevention.
#Housing #Homelessness #NIAssembly #EndHomelessness
We’re continuing to meet with MLAs across parties to push for meaningful reform and investment in prevention.
#Housing #Homelessness #NIAssembly #EndHomelessness
We submitted our response to the NI Homelessness Prevention Bill.
We support extending prevention support from 28 to 60+ days, but it’s time for a full, independent review of homelessness law in NI. Our response here - bit.ly/3HexyJn
#Homelessness #NIAssembly #HousingReform
We support extending prevention support from 28 to 60+ days, but it’s time for a full, independent review of homelessness law in NI. Our response here - bit.ly/3HexyJn
#Homelessness #NIAssembly #HousingReform
July 31, 2025 at 8:53 AM
We submitted our response to the NI Homelessness Prevention Bill.
We support extending prevention support from 28 to 60+ days, but it’s time for a full, independent review of homelessness law in NI. Our response here - bit.ly/3HexyJn
#Homelessness #NIAssembly #HousingReform
We support extending prevention support from 28 to 60+ days, but it’s time for a full, independent review of homelessness law in NI. Our response here - bit.ly/3HexyJn
#Homelessness #NIAssembly #HousingReform
Thanks to @davidhoneyford.bsky.social for meeting with us in Lisburn this morning. We discussed key housing and homelessness issues in Lagan Valley. Homeless Connect is committed to leading change and working with policymakers to find lasting solutions.
#Homelessness #Housing #NIHousing
#Homelessness #Housing #NIHousing
July 28, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Thanks to @davidhoneyford.bsky.social for meeting with us in Lisburn this morning. We discussed key housing and homelessness issues in Lagan Valley. Homeless Connect is committed to leading change and working with policymakers to find lasting solutions.
#Homelessness #Housing #NIHousing
#Homelessness #Housing #NIHousing
Mark Baillie from Homeless Connect is speaking at “Weathering the Storm” @ Féile an Phobail.
A panel discussion on housing & homelessness with Ark Housing, NIFHA & NIHE.
🗓 7 Aug | ⏰ 11AM | 📍 St Mary’s, Falls Rd
Questions? [email protected]
#Homelessness #NIHousing #Féile2024 #SocialHousing
A panel discussion on housing & homelessness with Ark Housing, NIFHA & NIHE.
🗓 7 Aug | ⏰ 11AM | 📍 St Mary’s, Falls Rd
Questions? [email protected]
#Homelessness #NIHousing #Féile2024 #SocialHousing
July 23, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Mark Baillie from Homeless Connect is speaking at “Weathering the Storm” @ Féile an Phobail.
A panel discussion on housing & homelessness with Ark Housing, NIFHA & NIHE.
🗓 7 Aug | ⏰ 11AM | 📍 St Mary’s, Falls Rd
Questions? [email protected]
#Homelessness #NIHousing #Féile2024 #SocialHousing
A panel discussion on housing & homelessness with Ark Housing, NIFHA & NIHE.
🗓 7 Aug | ⏰ 11AM | 📍 St Mary’s, Falls Rd
Questions? [email protected]
#Homelessness #NIHousing #Féile2024 #SocialHousing
Our Head of Policy and Programmes @markbaillie89.bsky.social was on UTV Live tonight in a piece by Rory O'regan talking about the impact of the national insurance changes on the #homelessness sector here in NI. You can watch the short interview here- www.itv.com/news/utv/202...
July 15, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Our Head of Policy and Programmes @markbaillie89.bsky.social was on UTV Live tonight in a piece by Rory O'regan talking about the impact of the national insurance changes on the #homelessness sector here in NI. You can watch the short interview here- www.itv.com/news/utv/202...
Job Opportunity – Bank Worker
Extern are hiring at MUST Hostel in Cookstown! Support people aged 18–65 who are homeless or at risk.
💷 £12.60/hr + £83.36 sleep-ins
🕒 Flexible hours
Make a real difference in your community.
Apply now: bit.ly/44SVHhv
#JobsNI #CareWork #SocialCareJobs
Extern are hiring at MUST Hostel in Cookstown! Support people aged 18–65 who are homeless or at risk.
💷 £12.60/hr + £83.36 sleep-ins
🕒 Flexible hours
Make a real difference in your community.
Apply now: bit.ly/44SVHhv
#JobsNI #CareWork #SocialCareJobs
July 11, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Job Opportunity – Bank Worker
Extern are hiring at MUST Hostel in Cookstown! Support people aged 18–65 who are homeless or at risk.
💷 £12.60/hr + £83.36 sleep-ins
🕒 Flexible hours
Make a real difference in your community.
Apply now: bit.ly/44SVHhv
#JobsNI #CareWork #SocialCareJobs
Extern are hiring at MUST Hostel in Cookstown! Support people aged 18–65 who are homeless or at risk.
💷 £12.60/hr + £83.36 sleep-ins
🕒 Flexible hours
Make a real difference in your community.
Apply now: bit.ly/44SVHhv
#JobsNI #CareWork #SocialCareJobs
Extern are hiring – Key Worker!
Join MUST Hostel in Cookstown, supporting homeless adults aged 18–65. Full-time, permanent role.
💼 £25,614–£31,325
🌙 Sleep-ins: £83.36
🕒 40 hrs/week
Make a difference today.
🔗 bit.ly/3IdJ2gy
#NIJobs #HomelessSupport #CookstownJobs
Join MUST Hostel in Cookstown, supporting homeless adults aged 18–65. Full-time, permanent role.
💼 £25,614–£31,325
🌙 Sleep-ins: £83.36
🕒 40 hrs/week
Make a difference today.
🔗 bit.ly/3IdJ2gy
#NIJobs #HomelessSupport #CookstownJobs
July 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Extern are hiring – Key Worker!
Join MUST Hostel in Cookstown, supporting homeless adults aged 18–65. Full-time, permanent role.
💼 £25,614–£31,325
🌙 Sleep-ins: £83.36
🕒 40 hrs/week
Make a difference today.
🔗 bit.ly/3IdJ2gy
#NIJobs #HomelessSupport #CookstownJobs
Join MUST Hostel in Cookstown, supporting homeless adults aged 18–65. Full-time, permanent role.
💼 £25,614–£31,325
🌙 Sleep-ins: £83.36
🕒 40 hrs/week
Make a difference today.
🔗 bit.ly/3IdJ2gy
#NIJobs #HomelessSupport #CookstownJobs
We need your help!
Shape the future of our training and events!
Take our quick survey (closes July 11th, 12noon) to tell us what you want to learn. This is your last chance to have your say!
Your feedback will decide our next moves!
Click here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/5vU7ved8ey
Shape the future of our training and events!
Take our quick survey (closes July 11th, 12noon) to tell us what you want to learn. This is your last chance to have your say!
Your feedback will decide our next moves!
Click here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/5vU7ved8ey
July 10, 2025 at 1:37 PM
We need your help!
Shape the future of our training and events!
Take our quick survey (closes July 11th, 12noon) to tell us what you want to learn. This is your last chance to have your say!
Your feedback will decide our next moves!
Click here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/5vU7ved8ey
Shape the future of our training and events!
Take our quick survey (closes July 11th, 12noon) to tell us what you want to learn. This is your last chance to have your say!
Your feedback will decide our next moves!
Click here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/5vU7ved8ey