About the Conference
The Housing First Europe Hub Conference is an essential gathering for experts, practitioners, and stakeholders dedicated to advancing the Housing First model across Europe. This year’s event will explore strategies for promoting Housing First principles, fostering collaboration, and implementing systems change in an evolving landscape.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a rich programme featuring plenary sessions and interactive workshops. Topics will range from facilitating engagement between Housing First and other sectors, addressing the needs of specific populations, to sharing innovative practices and success stories.
Please find below the links to the location maps:
– Bedford Hall floor map with workshop spaces
– Hibernia Conference Centre Map
Schedule Overview
Monday, 18th November (Pre-Conference)
Pre-Conference Workshop on Housing First for Youth
🕒 13:30 – 16:45
Experts from Ireland, Scotland, and Canada will lead this workshop, reflecting on the growing evidence base for Housing First for Youth (HF4Y) as both a programme and a strategic approach. Sessions will include:
- Building relationships for service and housing with Focus Ireland, Clúid Housing, and Rock Trust.
- Expanding the evidence base for HF4Y in Europe and Canada with findings from the first international research initiatives.
- Advocating for the prevention of youth homelessness across sector
HF4Y Workshop – Full programme
Project Visits
🕛 12:00 – 16:30
In collaboration with Focus Ireland and other local partners, participants can join small group visits to homelessness and Housing First services across Dublin.
Project visits – Full programme
Community of Practice Meeting
🕠 16:30 – 18:30
National networks and working groups will convene for collaborative discussions.
Tuesday, 19th November
The conference officially begins on the 19th of November, opening with a plenary session on the development and impact of Housing First in Ireland.
Wednesday, 20th November
The main programme on 20th November will feature multiple workshops running in parallel, focusing on practical approaches and innovative solutions in Housing First implementation.