South Queensland Council for Homeless Persons and Homelessness Australia present

Stories of 8 people who have beaten homelessness.

This 34 minute documentary features the stories of eight people from diverse backgrounds who share with us, their story of becoming homeless. 

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About The film.

Each person has a different story behind their homeless experience and will  challenge community perceptions about who is homeless. The participants featured are now back on their feet. They have practical messages of hope and support for people currently experiencing homelessness.
They also make suggestions about how to end homelessness.
The DVD is accompanied by a booklet which can be downloaded here.

For inquiries regarding screening opportunities or feedback please email: 2steps2homelessness@gmail.com


What people have said about “We Are All Just Two Steps From Homelessness”
This is a must see film: everyone must see the distress and desolation that results from homelessness  - and the complete transformation when there is the security of a home. It could happen to any of us - and all who see it will be touched by the courageous way that these people take charge of their lives when they have a home.” Dr Dale Spender,  internationally renowned public speaker &  author, founding member of the Second Chance Programme Fund Raising Group Inc for homeless women.


“I just watched the Two Steps film and am blown away at how it manages to highlight how dire homelessness is, without burrowing into hopelessness.   The people it features are amazing, and the style really works to let their stories speak for themselves.” Kate Cowmeadow, Deputy Executive Officer, Queensland Shelter


"We got the video up & running perfectly and had a wonderful response. It stole the show, receiving applause and immediate special commendations from the three politicians we had in attendance. Many people came to me after wanting to tell me how good they thought it was and how much they learnt." Gwen, Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Are you homeless?
What can be done?

Homeless people need:

  • To be heard, valued, respected.
  • Practical solutions like housing they can afford and support for as long as they need it.
  • To be part of their local community.
  • A community that backs solutions to homelessness.
As individuals we can:
  • Learn more about the causes and impacts of homelessness, see www.qcoss.org.au, www.chp.org.au or www.homelessnessaustralia.org.au.
  • Volunteer at a homeless organisation, contact Volunteering Queensland www.volqld.org.au.
  • Generate discussions in your local community about homelessness.
  • Invite a speaker from the South Queensland Council for Homeless Persons to join a discussion in your workplace, school, recreation or community group, email 2steps2homelessness@gmail.com.
  • Embrace difference. Remember people are people regardless of their sexuality, gender, race, income, educational levels or their address.
As a community we can:
  • Listen to homeless people, learn from their experiences and recognise their strength and resilience.
  • Accept that everyone has a right to a home.
  • Resolve that homeownership can co-exist with affordable housing developments in our neighbourhoods.
  • Put an end to domestic and family violence, physical and sexual abuse.
  • Find ways to include people who are marginalised in the life of the community.