Standing Tall and the DWP - how employers can help support homeless individuals into sustainable employment.

 

 

Good morning, 

 

We are delighted to invite you to a webinar with Standing Tall and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), exploring how employers can play a vital role in supporting people experiencing homelessness into sustainable employment and creating lasting social impact within communities across the UK. 

 

This session will focus on the work of Standing Tall, a social enterprise organisation that supports people experiencing homelessness by connecting them with employment opportunities, helping them take positive steps towards financial independence, stable housing, and long-term wellbeing. 

Employment has the power to transform lives, and employers are uniquely placed to be part of that journey. This webinar will explore how organisations can help remove barriers to work while strengthening their social value, community impact, and inclusive recruitment practices. 

 

During the session, we will: 

• Provide an overview of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and the role employment can play in addressing them. 

• Introduce the Standing Tall model and explain how it supports individuals into sustainable employment. 

• Explore the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices for employers and local communities. 

• Highlight successful partnerships and showcase positive outcomes achieved through employment-focused support. 

• Discuss practical ways organisations can become involved and support initiatives aimed at reducing homelessness. 

• Consider how employer engagement can contribute to wider social value, corporate responsibility, and community objectives. 

 

Whether your organisation is looking to strengthen its social impact activity, explore inclusive recruitment opportunities, or simply learn more about the role employers can play in tackling homelessness, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical ideas. 

 

 Webinar Details 

Date: 1 December 2026 
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm 
Location: Online via Eventbrite Link  

 

We hope you can join us for what promises to be an informative and engaging discussion. Together, we can explore how employers can help create meaningful pathways from homelessness to sustainable employment. 

If you are unable to attend but would like to discuss the support available or explore opportunities to get involved, please reply to this email at srt.recruiterofchoice@dwp.gov.uk, and a member of the team will be happy to arrange a conversation with you. 

 

Kind regards, 

 

Jo Cranston 
Strategic Relationship Team 
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)