Past & Future Events
Learn about ‘what works’ at our events
Explore our upcoming and past events that unite experts, people with lived experience, and practitioners in our shared mission to end homelessness. At these events we look at the latest research and innovative ideas, and exchange insights and experiences that can inspire positive change.
We hold regular events throughout the year that support our ongoing work, and we invite you to join these gatherings or watch the recordings on this page to find out what was discussed at previous events. Our flagship event is the biannual Impact Forum, which is an exciting opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and engage in discussion that can inspire meaningful impact.
Upcoming Event
Research Network: Evidence for ending the criminalisation of homelessness
November 22, 2024
In this latest Research Network meeting, we'll explore the evidence for ending the criminalisation of homelessness. We'll be joined by: - Prof Olivier de Schutter, Special Rapporteur on Extreme Poverty and Human Rights for the United Nations - Dr Melissa Jogie, Associate Professor, School of Education, University of Roehampton and Policy Fellow at the Centre for Homelessness Impact
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Impact Forum Events
How might a fairer society help end homelessness?
Will Snell, Chief Executive, Fairness Foundation Michael Sanders, Professor of Public Policy, the Policy Institute Liam Byrne, MP for Birmingham, Hodge Hill Niamh Flannigan, Implementation Lead, Centre for Homelessness Impact
Watch now ↗Impact Forum: London closing plenary
Dr Lígia Teixeira, our CEO, provides an overview of the highlights from the day.
Watch now ↗Impact Forum Cardiff - Opening plenary
Hear from Dr Lígia Teixeira, our CEO, as she sets the scene for the day.
Watch now ↗Using evidence to achieve system change
Professor Dame Carol Black, Chair, British Library, and Chair, Centre for Ageing Better Facilitator: Glyn Halksworth, Trustee, Centre for Homelessness Impact
Watch now ↗Sexuality, gender identity and homelessness
Chair: Heather McCluskey, Implementation Lead, Centre for Homelessness Impact. Panellists: Aliyah Forde, Youth Engagement Manager, Cardboard Citizens, Jo Bhandal, Campaigns, Policy and Research Manager, AKT, Frances Beecher, Chief Executive Officer, Llamau, Jordan Laws, Lived experience associate, Chris Gimby, Project Worker, Rock Trust
Watch now ↗Financial and family costs of Temporary Accommodation
Facilitator: Aileen Murphie, Honorary Professor, University of Durham. Panellists: Sam Pratt, Stakeholders and Partnerships, Shared Health Foundation, Matt Dicks, Director, Chartered Institute of Housing Cymru, Mabon ap Gwynfor, Plaid Cymru MS, Matt Wilkins, Head of Value for Money, Centre for Homelessness Impact, Anne Taylor, lived experience associate.
Watch now ↗Performance by Natasha Borton
A performance from Natasha Borton, a creative practitioner based in Wrexham, North Wales.
Watch now ↗Challenging negative perceptions: Representations of homelessness
Facilitator: Greg Hurst, Head of Communications and Public Affairs, Centre for Homelessness Impact. Panellists: Jeff Hubbard, photographer, Naomi Johnson, lived experience expert, Luke, lived experience expert, Charlston, lived experience expert.
Watch now ↗Catch Up On Past Events
Better data, better results
Our options appraisal project with the Scottish Government has an expert advisory panel. Hear what members of the advisory panel thought about the first workshop + the potential for the system itself in Scotland.
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Participants reflect on the process of mapping the causes + consequences of homelessness in London.
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In July 2018 the Centre for Homelessness Impact brought together change-makers from across the sector to share our flagship evidence tools. We also discussed our approach to accelerating towards a future without homelessness – and how reliable evidence plays a vital role in that.
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A panel session chaired by Terrie Alafat, with contributions from Jon Sparkes, Maggie Brunjes, John Mills, Jo Bibby and Campbell Robb, on May 30, Surgeon's Hall.
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