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Runaway

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Why do young people run away from home? n2k talks to one young runaway and looks at what help there is available.

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Somewhere to call home

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Top MC Lady Sovereign is backing a campaign to make young people aware of their housing rights.

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Life on the street

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Read the true story of one teenager who find himself homeless and sleeping rough.

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5 Things u need2know

  1. Homelessness is not just about sleeping on the streets.
  2. Homelessness affects hundreds of thousands of families and individuals every year.
  3. Homelessness can be caused by many factors, such as domestic violence, loss of income, the break-up of a relationship or disputes with parents.
  4. New laws have been brought in to reduce the number of homeless people living on the streets, but homelessness is still a serious problem.
  5. Volunteers are always needed to help with projects in aid of the homeless. Use our links to find out how you can help.

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