Monday, 23 June 2014

Report Praises Crisis for Its 'Innovative' Help for Homeless

Homelessness charity Crisis has been praised for its "major innovation" in providing education and employment support for homeless people. The report from the Centre for Housing Policy at the University of York looked at education models around the world and concluded that Crisis has made "one of the most advanced and comprehensive attempts" at helping homeless people to re-enter society. It also highlights impressive achievements in getting people into secure paid work. In 2012 and 2013, Crisis helped to secure 852 paid jobs, 3,904 exam passes and certificates and 1,191 training places across the country. Download a copy of the report from the Crisis website.

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