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University can change homeless people's lives, but they need support to get there | Becky Edwards

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My experience running a course empowering homeless people to apply to university showed me how many barriers they face

When Lucy Davis left school at 12, falling into addiction and ultimately homelessness, the last thing she thought she’d be doing at 30 was going to university. But now she’s planning to start a fine art degree in September.

 

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Another important consideration is these students (homeless/previously in care system and refugees) need support once they leave University.

Perhaps each university could work with their local homeless charity to create at least 1 scholarship each year or supported (pastoral/academic) places

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