2024 Radio Academy Award & British Podcast Award Nominated Podcast
Oct. 24, 2023

#31 - Matt Downie MBE: Crisis, Ending Homelessness, Rough Sleeping, Sex Work, Hostels, Affordable Housing, Rogue Landlords & The 1824 Vagrancy Act

#31 - Matt Downie MBE: Crisis, Ending Homelessness, Rough Sleeping, Sex Work, Hostels, Affordable Housing, Rogue Landlords & The 1824 Vagrancy Act
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Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma

Matt engages in a profound conversation with Matt Downie MBE, Chief Executive of Crisis, the national charity for homeless people. 

Together, they delve into Matt's role as a dedicated advocate for change, exploring how his diverse experiences across prominent organisations have deepened his understanding of the multifaceted issues surrounding homelessness and social injustices. The discussion delves into critical topics such as homelessness, rough sleeping, and the intersectionality of issues like sex work, shedding light on the urgent need for more affordable housing and comprehensive support systems.

Matt also gives his candid thoughts into the persistent challenges posed by rogue landlords and examines the historical and contemporary relevance of the 1824 Vagrancy Act.


The Believe in People Podcast explores addiction, recovery and stigma.

If you or someone you know is struggling then this series can help.

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