
Can homeless people vote?
Voting is one of our most important democratic rights. If you're homeless, you still have the chance to have your say. Our handy guide on how to register to vote for homeless young people will take you through the process.
Voting is one of our most important democratic rights. If you're homeless, you still have the chance to have your say. Our handy guide on how to register to vote for homeless young people will take you through the process.
Why is there so much political apathy amongst young people and what would happen if all young people voted.
A vote to end youth homelessness - Centrepoint manifesto for the next General Election
The upcoming general election on 4th July will impact young people facing homelessness in many ways. Parties committing to implement policies increasing social housing, improving access to benefits and promoting employment will determine whether young people break the cycle of homelessness and lead meaningful lives.
Young people deserve to reach their full potential and be excited about their future in work. But right now, outdated benefit rules are holding them back. The Government is so close to changing this in the October Budget, let’s make sure they don’t forget.
1 in 62 young people in the UK faced homelessness in 2023-24. The Youth Homelessness Databank once again underscores the critical importance of having robust and comprehensive data to fully understand the scale and nature of youth homelessness.
No young person should be left without support when facing homelessness. Join our campaign to ensure there’s No Young Person Left Out.
On February 10th, Centrepoint hosted a Parliamentary Launch Event to unveil its latest findings from the 2025 Databank. The event brought together policymakers, housing experts, and young people with lived experience to discuss the 118,134 young people who were homeless or at risk in 2023-2024.
Annie, or Jae as they were known to their friends, came to Centrepoint after experiencing family difficulties. Despite a sometimes-strained relationship, Annie and their family remained close. Annie tragically passed away just a week before their 21st birthday due to complications from hypothyroidism, a condition they were diagnosed with as a teenager.