Research: What if we could break the cycle of homelessness?

This is a question being explored by Housing First Auckland in partnership with the University of Auckland, Dr Alice Mills, and Summer Research Scholar and Honours student Elise Leslie.

Elise’s ground-breaking research reveals the stark reality of how homelessness transmits across generations - and why early intervention and housing support programmes are critical for breaking these cycles to achieve better long-term outcomes for adults and children.

The research report highlights a powerful truth: stable housing is more than shelter - it’s a foundation for wellbeing, education, and long-term opportunity across generations. 

Read the full research report here