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Impact Stories

As a for-purpose organisation, the impact we have on communities is at the core of everything we do.

We know that to truly have impact we must listen and find solutions that are not always easy or obvious. Programs delivered with empathy and tailored to diverse needs, human-centred decision making and a holistic approach to connecting people to place is our community impact.

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Impact Story 21/12/2022

Prioritising culturally safe housing outcomes
First Nations peoples must have access to a system which is responsive to their housing needs and understands their connection to land, culture and family networks.
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Impact Story 21/12/2022

MDAS and HHS partner to deliver better outcomes for locals
The partnership aims to take positive steps towards self-determination for local Aboriginal people as well as providing a foundation to advocate for greater funding in the region moving forward.
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Advocate 21/12/2022

How 'Housing First' changes lives
Robert. We know that housing provides the foundation for people to address other aspects of their life which may be contributing to their experience of homelessness. That’s why we’re strong advocates for the Victorian Government’s investment in the From Homelessness to a Home program (H2H).
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Impact Report 21/12/2022

The social return on investment evaluation of the Sidney Myer Haven Program
Our first social return on investment evaluation found that for every dollar invested in the program, between $10.24 - $11.92 of social and economic value is created.
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Impact Story 08/11/2022

Runner Up at Powerhousing Awards!
Mallee District Aboriginal Services in partnership with Haven Home Safe have been awarded Runner Up in the Tenant Engagement and Social Inclusion Award at this year's PowerHousing Australian National Awards.
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Impact Story 07/09/2022

Becoming homeless was part of Eric's journey to freedom
Eric tells his story of becoming homeless and support from our H2H program.
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