ITAC’s Women’s Homelessness Action Group is looking for a space to pilot the ‘Haven’, an overnight drop-in space for homeless and vulnerable women. In order to run the project, we are looking into options for spaces we can use for a trial phase. We have received funding to pilot the project from Spring 2024 for up to a year, although we would consider shorter periods.
Essential Requirements:
- Within 1 mile of the city centre, for easy accessibility on foot/by public transport.
- Available in the evening/overnight, although timings can be flexible during the trial phase.
- Available for at least two nights per week.
- A separate entrance which can be securely staffed (bell and lockable door).
- A space that can be made welcoming with sofas, cushions and tables.
- Small storage space for the WHAG to keep items needed for the Haven.
- Toilets including accessible toilet.
- Facilities to make hot drinks and heat up food, or space for a kettle and microwave.
Desirable:
- An inviting building with a warm vibe that can be made to feel un-institutional.
- A shower/washing facilities.
- A washing machine and dryer (or space for installation).
- A kitchen.
- An additional room for private meetings/consultations.
- Access to Wi-Fi can a computer.
The Haven is not:
- A night shelter with beds.
- An assessment space for homeless women.
- A drug and alcohol treatment service.
For further information on the Haven or our work, please get in touch with Alice on alice@itac.org.uk
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