Industry Partner Abacus Group has provided funding for two living areas in Haven House South Dowling – the Foundation’s 19-bedroom Sydney development offering homeless youth a critical pathway into long term accommodation and access to education, employment and independent living skills.
Managed by The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Services, the development provides long-term residential tenancy for at-risk youth aged 16 to 24 who face significant barriers to private rental.
“The Haven House South Dowling project is a chance to provide meaningful, local support to the homelessness crisis. We are proud to partner with the Foundation in this initiative and further grow our social wellness and Giving@Abacus program, aimed at supporting our communities and developing meaningful connections amongst our team.”
– Abacus Group
The project supports Abacus Group’s corporate ethos. “Taking action and supporting this project is an opportunity that aligns with our corporate values and social responsibility goals to be entrepreneurial, responsible and accountable. Being located within Sydney’s diverse inner-city community, the Haven House South Dowling project is a chance to provide meaningful, local support to the homelessness crisis.”
Haven House South Dowling provides a pathway to a more secure future for young people experiencing homelessness. Specialist services include education and training opportunities, employment readiness, financial independence and living skills. A stepped rental approach allows residents to build a rental history – crucial for transitioning to private housing.
“We are confident that Haven House South Dowling will support many individuals over the near future, providing a safe and secure environment that nurtures self-confidence and independence, promotes opportunity for stability and consistency, and ultimately allows individuals to take control of their own lives, to build their own futures,” says the Giving@Abacus team. “The national figures around youth homelessness are staggering, and although we may not be able to address every individual, we are proud to make a positive impact on those who will enter Haven House South Dowling.”
If you want to be involved with the project, let us know at pif@pif.com.au
For ongoing updates on the progress of Haven House South Dowling please visit here
