Concerns raised over growing homelessness crisis facing First Nations families with children
Homelessness is rising among First Nations families with children in Australia. Between 2022–23 and 2023–24, the number of such families accessing homelessness services increased by 5 per cent, with Indigenous families making up 31 per cent of that rise. In Victoria, First Nations children are 21.7 times more likely to be in out-of-home care. This podcast explores why current government efforts are falling short and why First Nations-led solutions are crucial to addressing the crisis.
SBS Hindi · SBS Audio
August 7, 202511m 38sFULL
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Show Notes
Homelessness is rising among First Nations families with children in Australia. Between 2022–23 and 2023–24, the number of such families accessing homelessness services increased by 5 per cent, with Indigenous families making up 31 per cent of that rise. In Victoria, First Nations children are 21.7 times more likely to be in out-of-home care. This podcast explores why current government efforts are falling short and why First Nations-led solutions are crucial to addressing the crisis.