YMCA Brighton have been providing essential support services in Brighton and Hove since 1870, making us the city’s oldest housing charity. Initially focused on housing young men, apprentices, and servicemen, we have evolved to serve an average of 400 men and women annually across multiple supported accommodation projects and a personalised coaching service.
Our dedicated team of 120 staff members demonstrate remarkable commitment and passion, inspiring me with their energy and dedication to their roles. However, despite incredible efforts of organisations throughout our sector, we must acknowledge that we have not achieved the government’s target to
end rough sleeping by 2024. Shockingly, there has been a 120% increase in people sleeping rough on our streets compared to 2010. This reality is both tragic and inhumane, and it has no place in a prosperous country like England.
As we enter 2024, it is imperative that our organisation undergoes a transformative shift. We must become more agile, responsive, and better equipped to confront the challenges of this decade. To achieve this, we have engaged in an open assessment of our priorities with our staff, residents,
clients, and stakeholders. I am immensely proud to unveil our 2024 – 2030 Strategy—a collective commitment to fulfilling our mission of providing homes, communities, and services that empower individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. We aspire to continue being the oldest
and most steadfast housing charity in Brighton and Hove for another century.