HomelessWise

Training for businesses to support people experiencing homelessness.

What is HomelessWise?

St Mungo’s HomelessWise service provides specialist homelessness training, support and guidance for the business community, to help end rough sleeping for good.

Businesses have told us that they want to help, but need expert guidance on how to approach this sensitive issue.

HomelessWise gives teams a better understanding of homelessness. This knowledge
empowers staff to make informed decisions, so they can practically respond to instances of street homelessness.

This can reduce risk to your staff, customers and brand, as well as people who are experiencing homelessness.

We have delivered training to businesses including Nationwide Building Society, Network Rail and Bloomberg.

What will you learn?

A deeper understanding of what homelessness is
Learn about the rise in rough sleeping
Understanding homelessness in your local area
Discover more about St Mungo’s: what we do, why and how we do it
How to offer practical and safe support to someone sleeping rough

“The training made more confident to approach someone who appears homeless.”

Network Rail platform staff

Why pick HomelessWise?

Tailor made sessions, designed to suit your learning. Delivered face-to-face or online.
Learn through real life stories, and thought provoking trainer led discussions.
Explore how gender, sexual orientation, race, and socio-economic status intertwine to increase the risk of homelessness, vulnerability and marginalisation.

Equip your team with the knowledge, empathy, and skills to deliver inclusive and effective support.

Help your teams to genuinely understand, connect with, and uplift people experiencing homelessness from all walks of life.