New research shows how youth-centred information practices can help prevent youth homelessness

Academic articles co-authored by PolicyWise’s Roadmap team show how trust, consent, and improved information practices can help prevent youth homelessness

Key Data

Research Highlights

30

Youth participants

8

Interviews

15

Service providers

Why it matters

Why youth-centred information practices matter for prevention

When youth experiencing homelessness seek housing or support, information practices shape how clearly services communicate, how well youth choices are respected, and how effectively support can continue across systems. That is why youth-centred information practices matter. They help create stronger conditions for trust, clarity, and continuity of support for youth.