The Empty Lunchbox Report

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A report by Hanover.

This exploratory study is the first time that the point of view of primary schools and their day-to-day experiences of dealing with student homelessness have been investigated. The findings make an important contribution to the broader evidence base on the detrimental impact of homelessness on children’s education. Engagement and wellbeing are fundamental to learning1. Given that homelessness can interfere with school engagement and wellbeing, it poses a major obstacle to learning. 
The overall objectives of the project were to:

 Explore how schools currently identify and work with primary students who are homeless;

  1. Explore how schools respond and support students and what difficulties or barriers are encountered; and
  2. Identify the most effective ways to support the learning of students who are homeless.

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Brokerage Information 2016-2017

The Brokerage administered by the Statewide Children’s Resource Program has been refunded for the 2017-2018 financial year. Applications are now open.

This Brokerage Project, funded by DHHS, extended with the National Partnership rollover, is a wonderful addition to our program and we have been very impressed with the way people have thought creatively about how this money could support children within families they are working with.

Please read the Brokerage Guidelines and contact Susie Lukis for the 2017-2018 application form.

We know this money has made a very positive difference to the inclusion of vulnerable children in education and in their community.  We thank you all for using this money to improve the lives of children experiencing disadvantage. Please pass this onto your teams and colleagues.

 As well as the bokerage, please continue to use us as a resource for children in the Inner and Outer Eastern area. Our group work continues as previously and we are always open for referrals.
Please contact Susie Lukis E This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. T 08870 4042 M 0423 022 883