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23 November 2025 Posted by 

SALVOS WARN OF A WORRYING TREND

THE Salvation Army warns of a surge in children and women experiencing homelessness, with over 5,000 children under 14 seeking support and Homelessness Australia reporting a 20% rise in women and girls needing help. Nearly half have faced family or domestic violence. Limited resources mean only 20% of people can access homelessness services. A Salvos survey shows severe housing stress, missed rent payments, instability and rising violence-driven displacement. The organisation delivers widespread national support.


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