Programs

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Skills + Learning: Dignity Learning Centre

The Learning Centre operates on a social enterprise model, ensuring that education is both a service for the vulnerable and a bridge to the wider community.

  • Internal Workshops: Life Essentials: Financial literacy (debt management and credit building) and mental wellness (stress management and boundaries).
    • Trade Basics: Hands-on woodworking, basic mechanics, and kitchen safety, providing a “taster” for professional vocational paths.
  • Dignity Classes (Public-Facing): High-end boutique workshops, as well as basic homesteading and community kitchen (e.g., “Artisan Bread Making” or “Furniture Restoration”) sold to the general public.
    • The Impact: 100% of profits are reinvested into resident programs. This creates a “shared space” where residents and the public interact as peers, breaking down social stigmas.
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Employment:
Dignity Works

We don’t just help people find a job; we help them build a career path that can sustain a life.

  • Employment Services:
    • Job Readiness: Through our social enterprises, participants gain real-world work experience while developing practical, transferable skills in a supportive setting designed to promote growth and independence.
    • Placement Partners: We maintain a network of “Dignity-Friendly” employers who understand the unique needs of our residents and offer fair-wage entry-level roles.
  • Microbusiness Support:
    • The Content: For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, we provide “Seed Support”—access to shared equipment (commercial kitchens, tools), basic business registration assistance, and branding mentorship.
    • The Impact: Encourages economic autonomy and allows residents to monetise their unique talents, from catering to craft-making.

Our Vision for the Future

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Housing + Stability: Dignity Home

Stability isn’t just a roof; it’s the psychological safety required to plan for the future. Our housing model transitions residents from crisis to independence.

  • Transitional Home for Young Women: A 12-to-24-month program for women aged 18–25.
    • The Content: Weekly 1-on-1 mentorship, mandatory trauma-informed counselling, and “Adulting 101” modules (tenant rights, basic home maintenance, and nutrition).
    • The Impact: Graduates leave with a rental history, a savings buffer, and a stabilised mental health plan.
  • Tiny Home Community: A village-style development designed for permanent, affordable living.
    • The Content: Shared communal spaces (gardens, laundry) to foster social integration. Residents participate in “Community Circles” to manage shared responsibilities.
    • The Impact: Eliminates the isolation often felt in traditional low-income housing, reducing recidivism and relapse rates.

Measuring Our Impact

We track more than just “heads in beds.” Our success is measured by:

Housing Retention: Percentage of residents who remain in stable housing 12 months after leaving our programs.
Financial Health: Average increase in personal savings and credit scores.
Social Connectivity: Resident-reported improvement in support networks and community belonging.