Description:
Available open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.
Building on the influential Using Evidence to End Homelessness (Bristol University Press, 2020), this practical collection shows how evidence and data can drive smarter action to improve outcomes for people affected by homelessness. Six years on, it captures lessons learned and progress made while charting a path for greater impact. With new contributions from leaders including UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, reflecting on his time as Mayor of Greater Manchester, Sir Michael Barber and Rosanne Haggerty, it highlights innovative approaches transforming housing, health, education, media, sport and the arts.
Through case studies, collaborative models, and policy tools, it equips practitioners, policymakers, funders and community leaders to act more effectively. The book is an essential resource for all those working to end homelessness.
Brief description: Michael Sanders is Professor of Public Policy at King's College London. He has worked with or for the majority of the UK's What Works Centres including as Head of Evidence at What Works for Wellbeing, Academic Lead of the Centre for Transforming Access and Student Outcomes, and as Chief Executive of What Works for Children's Social Care.
Review Quotes:
"Homelessness is a persistent and pernicious social evil. Every citizen deserves security and shelter. But tackling homelessness is not simple. Real reform requires systemic change - underpinned by rigorous evidence. This book, so expertly edited by Ligia Teixera and Greg Hurst, brings together distinguished thinkers whose proposals can make a meaningful difference across society. It is a persuasive manifesto for lasting change." Michael Gove, The Spectator