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Finding affordable housing is already difficult for many young people but for those on low incomes or receiving benefits, it can feel impossible.
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Where we discuss the things that really matter to us: young people, housing, government policy, our campaigns and our research.
News from Centrepoint
Our blog is a safe space where we discuss the things that really matter to us: young people, housing, government policy, our campaigns and our research.
It's where we ask the difficult questions, demystify the jargon, discuss the topics that affect young people most and give you a glimpse of our day-to-day as a youth homelessness charity.
It's where we ask the difficult questions, demystify the jargon, discuss the topics that affect young people most and give you a glimpse of our day-to-day as a youth homelessness charity.
2025 Youth Chapter Collective Open Letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves
The Youth Chapter Collective, which consists of more than 150 organisations, have written to the Chancellor, urging her to end a trap in the benefits system that’s unfairly punishing thousands of homeless young people in supported…
Centrepoint Awards 2025
In October we came together to celebrate some truly extraordinary young people at the Centrepoint Awards 2025. Each of our amazing winners has shown incredible courage, determination and resilience on their journey beyond homelessness.
Read our real stories
Hash’s story: I feel so confident because of Centrepoint
Hash, 22, came to the UK 5 years ago after moving from Pakistan. He was finding it hard to balance his university fees and paying for accommodation which left him at risk of homelessness. After speaking to a friend, he spoke to social…
Seyfu's story: Run every day and don't give up
Seyfu, 24, came to Centrepoint three years ago after leaving Ethiopia as an asylum seeker. When he arrived in the UK, he was struck by how many people he saw running, and as a way to meet new people and create a sense of community, he…
Holly's story: I want to live my life
Holly, 20, came to Centrepoint almost a year ago with her three-year-old son following a breakdown in the relationship with her mum. She was moved into a mother and baby supported home where she has built a strong sense of community and has…
Listen to our podcast series
Point Made is our podcast series, made by young people for everyone. Centrepoint residents past and present gather once a month to cover the topics that mean the most to them, from mental health to the benefits system.
Point Made Podcast - Cassie's Story
In this episode, our senior stories officer Tamsin talks to Cassie, a former resident, about her journey through Centrepoint to fulfilling her dream of qualifying to be an art teacher.
Point Made Podcast - Barriers to Employment
In this episode, we discuss some of the barriers to securing and retaining employment for young people experiencing homelessness.
Point Made Podcast - Young Refugees and Asylum Seekers
In this episode, we discuss the experiences and challenges of being a young person seeking asylum with Josh, a Deputy Service Manager in our Camden service and Adam, a refugee from Ivory Coast.