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Check out our recent news and find out what we've been up to recently.

Practitioners Hear Young People's Voices

Practitioners Hear Young People's Voices

29 July 2024

Step by Step hosted an inspiring and insightful event, presenting the findings of the recent Moving Towards Independence study. This research was a collaborative project between Step by Step...

Go the Distance for Young People Facing Homelessness

Go the Distance for Young People Facing Homelessness

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Our Plans 2024-25 Now Available

Our Plans 2024-25 Now Available

29 July 2024

We are delighted to present Our Plans 2024-25, a concise look at our key projects and priorities for the current financial year. 

Host Christine Has Dedicated Her Life to Supporting Young People

Host Christine Has Dedicated Her Life to Supporting Young People

25 July 2024

One of our amazing Supported Lodgings Hosts, Christine, shares her incredible story of offering a brighter future to dozens of Separated Children.

Will You Take on Sleep Out 2024?

Will You Take on Sleep Out 2024?

15 July 2024

We’re excited to announce that the Step by Step Sleep Out is back for 2024! Taking place on Friday 11th October, participants will bed down underneath the stars for the night, with just their sleeping bags to protect them from the elements.

EVENTS

Brighter Futures 2024 Raises £9,000

Brighter Futures 2024 Raises £9,000

4 July 2024

We are pleased to report that this year’s Brighter Futures appeal raised just under £9,000 – a fantastic amount that will make a genuine difference to the young people we support.

Step by Step and University of Southampton Launch Research Project

Step by Step and University of Southampton Launch Research Project

17 June 2024

Moving Towards Independence is a joint project between Step by Step and the Centre for Homelessness Research and Practice (CHRP), based at the University of Southampton.

Step by Step Podcast - Episode Two

Step by Step Podcast - Episode Two

14 June 2024

Episode Two: Hosting a Homeless Young Person The latest instalment of our new podcast features chat veteran Zoe Hanson in conversation with Jayne Lillis, Senior Placement Co-Ordinator.

Step by Step Are Charity of the Year Finalists

Step by Step Are Charity of the Year Finalists

10 June 2024

We were delighted to be selected as a finalist in the Charity of the Year category at the Place to Be Proud Of Awards 2024.

Introducing the Step by Step Podcast

Introducing the Step by Step Podcast

1 May 2024

Episode One: Becoming a Foster Carer We're excited to announce the launch of our new podcast! The Step by Step Podcast will bring you fascinating insights from members of our team and the young people we work wit

Supported Lodgings Expands into Wokingham

Supported Lodgings Expands into Wokingham

7 May 2024

We are proud to announce that our Supported Lodgings service is expanding its reach and will soon be transforming the lives of young people in Wokingham.

Brighter Futures 2024 Now Live

Brighter Futures 2024 Now Live

3 May 2024

Our Brighter Futures appeal is back for 2024, once again asking individuals, companies and community groups to help fund our essential wraparound services.

Liam's Video: Overcoming Adversity

Liam's Video: Overcoming Adversity

15 April 2024

Liam was supported by Step by Step's Launch team when he was made homeless. His Support Worker helped him find safe accommodation and start to put his life back together. Crucially, Liam had somewhere to turn when he hit his lowest point.

Step by Step Fostering Officially Launched

Step by Step Fostering Officially Launched

14 March 2024

We are delighted to report that our new independent fostering agency is open and already supporting young people. Step by Step Fostering has achieved the milestone of Ofsted registration and is now onboarding its first foster carers.

Zurich See How Their Support Transforms Young Lives

Zurich See How Their Support Transforms Young Lives

8 March 2024

The support of our corporate and community partners is essential in keeping our services running. We couldn’t support so many young people each year without them. So it was with great delight that we welcomed a team from the Zurich Community Trust..

Young Artists Inspire Brighter Futures

Young Artists Inspire Brighter Futures

1 February 2024

We were delighted to host a fantastic art exhibition on the 23rd of January at our Aldershot Foyer, which featured the incredible work of talented local art students.

Open Doors 2023 a Great Success

Open Doors 2023 a Great Success

15 January 2024

We are delighted to report that our Open Doors 2023 appeal raised over £53,000. This fantastic result is thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters, including individuals, companies and community groups.