Peter McVerry Trust was established in 1983 by Fr Peter McVerry to tackle homelessness, drug misuse and social disadvantage. Since then it has supported thousands of vulnerable young people on the margins of Irish society and in 2017 worked with 4,971 people. We offer pathways out of homelessness based on the principles of the Housing First model and within a framework that is based on equal opportunities dignity and respect. In order to achieve our goals, we provide a range of services primarily to young people with complex needs. In 2019, Peter McVerry Trust CEO was awarded Excellence in Leadership in the Charity Institute Ireland Awards in recognition of our work in the homeless sector.