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06/10/2026

'Homelessness is not inevitable. As parties prepare to ask for our vote, we're asking them a simple question: what will they do to help end homelessness in Northern Ireland?"

Our Priorities for the 2027 Assembly Election sets out the action we want partys to take in the next mandate: deliver more affordable and secure homes, strengthen homelessness prevention and improve access to healthcare.

The message is simple: everyone deserves their own front door. With the right political action, that is possible.

🔗 Read our priorities here - https://bit.ly/Manifesto2027

Today, Simon Community launched A Northern Ireland Free From Homelessness - our priorities for the 2027 Assembly Electio...
06/10/2026

Today, Simon Community launched A Northern Ireland Free From Homelessness - our priorities for the 2027 Assembly Election.

There are many demands on political attention. Providing people with a safe place to live must be among the most urgent.

At the heart of today's launch was a simple message: everyone deserves a front door of their own. Our symbolic pink door displayed the number 84,000, representing the number of people who could be experiencing homelessness in Northern Ireland by 2032 if current trends continue.

Shaped by the experiences of people who have faced homelessness and Simon Community staff who support them, our priorities focus on three key areas:

🏠 More affordable and secure homes
🛡️ Stronger prevention
❤️ Better access to healthcare

New analysis released by Simon Community suggests the number of people experiencing homelessness could rise from 64,417 today to almost 84,000 by 2032. As parties prepare to ask for our votes, we're asking them one simple question: what will they do to stop homelessness continuing to rise?

Homelessness is not inevitable, but changing its trajectory will take leadership, investment and urgent action across government.

Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing more about these priorities and the change we believe is needed during the next Assembly mandate.

🔗 Read more on our asks here: https://bit.ly/Manifesto2027

Communities NI, Gordon Lyons MLA, Peter Martin MLA, Andy Allen MLA, Mark H Durkan, Justin McNulty, Peter McReynolds MLA, Andrew McMurray Alliance Party, Ciara Ferguson MLA Colm Gildernew MLA,

Building Hope Together – A Celebration of ImpactLast week, we were delighted to welcome supporters, partners and friends...
01/10/2026

Building Hope Together – A Celebration of Impact

Last week, we were delighted to welcome supporters, partners and friends to Belfast Harbour Commissioners' Office for our Building Hope Together celebration.

It was a chance to come together, reflect on the difference your support makes, and celebrate the stories of hope, resilience and progress that are happening every day across our services.

The evening also gave us the opportunity to recognise and thank Joe O'Neill as he comes to the end of his tenure as Chair. Joe has been a passionate champion of Simon Community, and we are deeply grateful for his leadership, commitment and support over the years.

A huge thanks to Georgie, our Wellbeing Manager, for sharing how vital wellbeing support helps people rebuild confidence and move forward, and to Ngaire, whose honest and inspiring lived experience reminded us all why this work matters.

We're also incredibly grateful to Turley for sponsoring the drinks reception and helping make the evening so special.

Most of all, thank you to everyone who joined us and to all those who continue to support Simon Community. Your generosity, compassion and belief in people make it possible for us to be there when we're needed most.

Together, we're building hope, creating opportunities and working towards a future without homelessness.

Belfast Harbour

Looking for a job with purpose? We’re currently recruiting for a number of roles across Simon Community, with opportunit...
27/09/2026

Looking for a job with purpose?

We’re currently recruiting for a number of roles across Simon Community, with opportunities to support people experiencing homelessness and make a real difference through your work.

Pamela shares a little of what makes working in support so rewarding.

Swipe through to explore the roles currently available. ➡️

🔗 Explore our current vacancies and apply today via the link - https://simoncommunity.org/careers/

💡 Do you know what help is available with energy costs in Northern Ireland?We want to make useful support information ea...
25/09/2026

💡 Do you know what help is available with energy costs in Northern Ireland?

We want to make useful support information easier to find.

Two schemes to be aware of:
🔥 £100 Home Heating Oil Support
⚡ £63 Household Electricity Discount

👉 Swipe through to learn more about both schemes and what costs we can help you with too.

Knowing what support is available, and where to start isn’t always easy.

🔗 Read more, including other support available, via the link - https://simoncommunity.org/what-we-do/knowledge-hub/news/help-with-energy-costs-in-northern-ireland/

When alcohol or substance use is part of someone’s life, it can bring uncertainty and questions for the people around th...
22/09/2026

When alcohol or substance use is part of someone’s life, it can bring uncertainty and questions for the people around them too.

Helen Wallace, Simon Community’s South Eastern Outreach Team, shares insight into the experiences families and loved ones can have, and why support, understanding and space for their own wellbeing matter too.

Our free five-week Family Support Group in Bangor offers a space to learn, listen and connect with others who may understand some of what you’re going through.

📅 Starts Monday 12 October
🕕 6pm–8pm
📍 26a Rathgill Park, Bangor, BT19 7TG
🤝 Free five-week group

Read the blog and complete the sign-up form via the link - https://simoncommunity.org/what-we-do/knowledge-hub/news/support-for-families-support-for-you/

🎄 Our Christmas Carol celebration returns for 2026 with a new name and a new home in the heart of Belfast.🎶This year, Ca...
09/09/2026

🎄 Our Christmas Carol celebration returns for 2026 with a new name and a new home in the heart of Belfast.🎶

This year, Carols in the City will take place on Wednesday 9th December at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre, Belfast.

Join us for a special evening of music, reflection hope and joy, featuring local choirs, musicians and special guests, all in support of Simon Community’s work across Northern Ireland.

✨ Doors open at 6.15pm
🎶 Event begins at 6.45pm
☕ Tea, coffee and shortbread to follow

We’re delighted to welcome Specsavers back as headline sponsor for this special evening.

🎟️ Round up your favourite people and make a festive night of it, tickets are available now - https://simoncommunity.org/events/carols-in-the-city/

This Will to Give Week, we're taking a moment to remember the incredible people who have chosen to leave Simon Community...
08/09/2026

This Will to Give Week, we're taking a moment to remember the incredible people who have chosen to leave Simon Community a gift in their Will.

Their generosity has created a lasting legacy, helping people experiencing homelessness find safety, support and hope for the future. Every gift, no matter its size, helps ensure that no one has to face homelessness alone.

Today, we celebrate the difference they continue to make.✨

📖 To learn more about leaving a gift in your Will, order a free copy of our new Legacy Giving Guide via the link - https://simoncommunity.org/donate/gifts-in-wills/

Currently, someone is considered "threatened with homelessness" if they are likely to become homeless within 28 days. Bu...
07/09/2026

Currently, someone is considered "threatened with homelessness" if they are likely to become homeless within 28 days. But this is far too late for meaningful prevention.

In Northern Ireland more than 64,000 people, including almost 20,000 children, are now without a safe, secure home. They deserve better, including more time to access support.

Evidence from elsewhere shows that longer prevention periods work.

We strongly support extending this window from 28 days to 60 days. It would allow earlier intervention, align with private rented sector notice periods, and create more opportunities to sustain tenancies, resolve arrears and prevent crisis.

Last week, Simon Community responded to the Call for Evidence on the Housing (Amendment) Bill which calls for this extension.

With the right resourcing, this change can reduce reliance on temporary accommodation, ease pressure on public services and protect people from the trauma of homelessness.

This Bill is an important step, but a statutory prevention duty is still needed to ensure early intervention is prioritised and properly funded across the system.

Read our response and why this change matters here - https://simoncommunity.org/what-we-do/knowledge-hub/

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