Multiple unmet needs

We refer to areas of compounded disadvantage as ‘multiple unmet needs’. They are broadly understood to include  people who are experiencing -

  • homelessness, including forms of hidden homelessness 
  • harmful use of drugs and alcohol, such as dependence or addiction
  • contact with the criminal justice system
  • domestic abusive relationships
  • the removal of a child or children from their legal care (this also includes children experiencing legal removal from their parents)
  • poor mental health

Break the cycle A photograph of the Hull skyline at sunset

Our break the cycle report explores multiple unmet needs across Hull. It highlights the voices, stories, and  experiences of those affected by the impacts of multiple unmet needs.

We look at the needs of people and groups who have faced and are still facing some of the highest levels of exclusion, and layers of disadvantage.

The break the cycle report provides information on our recommendations for how we can all build on existing good practices and work collaboratively to improve outcomes for those with multiple unmet needs in our city.

What you can do

As an individual, we encourage you to reflect on and challenge your prior assumptions or thoughts about those experiencing multiple unmet needs. Consider how we can tackle stigma, and think about the story behind the person, the impact of trauma and how kindness and respect can make a world of difference.

As a professional, consider the break the cycle report themes, findings and recommendations.

Think about how you can incorporate these into your work as an individual, team, organisation or more widely.

We would encourage you to reflect on where there are opportunities to make a difference within your area of influence. That could be -

  • working towards a trauma informed approach
  • challenging existing perceptions and cultures
  • being careful about the language and labels we use
  • a commitment to playing a part in positive systems change

We encourage those interested to read about trauma informed practice and consider trauma informed training.

Trauma Informed

Becoming Trauma Informed Hull was started by Hull’s Changing Futures Programme.

It now has a long-term home with the council’s Public Health team.

Trauma-informed practice (TIP) is based on the understanding that trauma exposure can significantly impact both individuals’ development and life chances, as well as the ability to feel safe or develop trusting relationships and can also affect communities.

TIP requires practitioners, organisations and systems to look beyond presenting behaviour.

For more information, resources, and ways to get involved follow the button below -

Visit Trauma Informed