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Sydney's social enterprise hotel helps tackle women’s homelessness through purpose-driven business

Song Hotel general manager Jon Ackary (left) with YWCA's Pooja (SBS).jpg

Homelessness among women rising by 20 per cent in recent years. Credit: Getty Credit: SBS

A Sydney-based hotel is showing how business can drive social good by directing 25 per cent of its revenue to tackle women’s homelessness. As one of Australia’s 12,000 social enterprises, the Song Hotel funds YWCA housing projects offering safe, affordable accommodation for women at risk, including those fleeing violence. With women’s homelessness rising 20 per cent, the model highlights impact-led enterprise and measurable community outcomes.


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A Sydney-based hotel is showing how business can drive social good by directing 25 per cent of its revenue to tackle women’s homelessness. As one of Australia’s 12,000 social enterprises, the Song Hotel funds YWCA housing projects offering safe, affordable accommodation for women at risk, including those fleeing violence. With women’s homelessness rising 20 per cent, the model highlights impact-led enterprise and measurable community outcomes.


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