This event, facilitated by Churchill Fellow, Leanne Mitchell. will bring together local government representatives to explore their critical role in preventing homelessness and responding to people experiencing homelessness in their communities. Through peer learning, practical tools, and real-life case studies, the workshop will empower local councils to build more inclusive and housing-secure communities.

The workshop will also serve as a springboard for pre-election advocacy, equipping local governments with the knowledge, stories, and tools needed to influence housing reform and action at all levels.

To help everyone feel comfortable, a chill out space and wellness support are available. Morning tea and lunch will include vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free food for those coming along in person. When you register, please let us know of any other ways we can support your participation.

During the event we will collectively:

Highlight the unique levers and opportunities that local governments have in homelessness prevention and response.
Share current innovations and effective practices being delivered by councils across WA and other jurisdictions.
Amplify lived experience voices and promote inclusive policy and place-based responses.
Develop a collective understanding of what practical, impactful local action can look like.
Inform the creation of a best-practice resource to support local governments statewide and assist in advocacy to state and federal governments.

Date: Wednesday August 13

Time: 9.30am - 2.30pm

Cost: All ticket pricing is exclusive of GST and booking fees. Please ensure you check if your organisation is a current Shelter WA member before selecting your preferred ticket option.

Shelter WA member in person ticket: $67
Shelter WA member virtual ticket: $16
Non Shelter WA member in person ticket: $80
Non Shelter WA member virtual ticket: $20
Unwaged ticket: no charge

Registrations are required.

Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Who is the event ideal for?

Local government staff and elected members across WA (e.g. community development officers, planning and policy officers, mayors and councillors), peak bodies, and key stakeholders including people with Lived Experience.

Program for the event:

Event open, Welcome to Country, Recognition of Lived Experience
Facilitator:
Leanne Mitchell (Churchill Fellow) – presenting national/international good practice.
Case Study Presentations:
Short presentations from local governments demonstrating successful strategies or new initiatives.
Lived Experience Panel/Reflection
Interactive Workshop:
Facilitated group work on identifying local roles in homelessness prevention, key enablers, and barriers.
Wrap-up and Next Steps

A photographer will be present and he will check with you before taking a photo. You are welcome to say you would prefer not to be included, and this will be respected. Photos may be used in our social media, on the Shelter WA website and in our marketing, e-newsletters and annual reports. There may be some whole of event photos taken from behind that will not identify individuals.

You are welcome to attend with a support worker. Please ask them to register separately so that we can provide enough seating and catering for everyone. If registering your support worker, you can use Support Worker in place of their name if you don’t have their name as yet. Please include any dietary requirements for them.

If you plan to attend more than one Shelter WA event, please register for each individual event hosted for Homelessness Week.

The venue accessibility guide is available here on the Shelter WA website.

To view the venue visit: https://www.beaumondeotp.com.au/

We are delighted to be able to bring this event to you for Homelessness Week 2025 with the support of Lotterywest. Thank you to Event Sponsor Vinnies.