In March 2025 as part of International Women’s Day, we focused on the experiences of women who have experienced homelessness in Liverpool, holding discussion groups, creative workshops and working in partnership with homelessness services to ensure that women’s voices are at the centre of our work.
Our events aimed to raise awareness of the challenges faced by women experiencing homelessness, while creating space for meaningful conversations. We attempted to offer women with lived experience the opportunity to share their stories, connect with others, and help shape the narrative around women’s homelessness.
All our events were inclusive – when we use the word “women,” we recognise and welcome trans and non-binary individuals.
Summary of events
Candle lit vigil at St Georges Hall
A candlelit vigil at St George’s Hall to honour the lives of women who have died and stand in solidarity with those still facing homelessness. Together, we lit up St George’s Hall in purple as a symbol of remembrance and hope.
Tokyo Godfathers + Panel Discussion at FACT
An evening of film and discussion to raise awareness of women’s homelessness in Liverpool. The event featured a panel discussion with experts from The Whitechapel Centre, Red Umbrella, and Liverpool Hope University, followed by a screening of Tokyo Godfathers, a heartbreaking, hilarious, and highly original film that follows the stories of three homeless people in modern-day Tokyo. Profits were donated to Red Umbrella, a project supporting those involved in sex work or experiencing sexual exploitation.
Collage Workshop with Liverpool Community Print Station at Metal
We were joined by Rhonda from the Liverpool Community Print Station for an afternoon of collage-making at Metal, Edge Hill Station. This free workshop was open to all women with lived experience of homelessness, offering the chance to create something personal, connect with others, and enjoy a relaxed and supportive session.
Community Dinner at St Brides Church
We invited women from hostels across Liverpool to join us for a community dinner, providing a chance to meet others, enjoy a meal, and take part in activities. including bingo, music, and scouse made by Indigo Cafe.
Women + Homelessness at St Luke’s Bombed Out Church
We hosting a multi-day event at the Bombed Out Church, featuring a powerful collection of stories, installations, and photography from women with lived experience of homelessness.
The interactive stations within the exhibition have been made possible with the kind support of Neurometrics Ltd., Friends of Her’s C.I.C. and LIPA.
More information and our event socials
Our ‘Women and Homelessness’ was produced for us by Alex Scott-Heyes (she/her) in 2021 and is available in a condensed form in the zine or in full here on the website.
You can also check out our International Women’s Day playlist created by women who have lived through homelessness in Liverpool.
