A partnership that puts a spotlight on domestic violence
A car that is being used as a home. A sofa in a friend’s house that serves as bed for the night – or many nights. A tent that provides shelter from harsh weather. These are the confronting realities in Australia where over 120,000 people experience homelessness every night.
In partnership with Save the Children, IKEA Australia has launched ‘This is not a home’, a campaign to raise awareness of homelessness driven by domestic and family violence – the single largest driver of homelessness among women. Save the Children has been supporting women and children facing domestic and family violence in Australia for over 30 years.
Until 31 July, installations at the IKEA Tempe store will bring homelessness out of the shadows, highlighting real-life scenes to customers as they shop. Online, customers can read the stories behind the scenes and deepen their understanding of this national crisis.
These are the stories behind the scenes …
These stories contain references to domestic and family violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence or needs support, see support services listed at the bottom.