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flag A New Zealand programme placed 36 homeless teens with host families, securing housing for 80% and reuniting 30% with families.

flag A pilot programme in West Auckland called The Safety Net has helped 36 homeless teenagers find temporary shelter with volunteer host families since launching two years ago. flag The initiative, which connects youth fleeing family violence, substance abuse, or overcrowding with vetted hosts, has secured housing for over 80% of participants and helped 30% reconnect with family. flag Hosts undergo background checks and training, and the programme aims to prevent long-term homelessness by bridging the gap until government aid arrives. flag Despite challenges, including proposed police powers to move homeless youth, the programme is expanding through grants and partnerships with youth advocacy groups.

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