Master's thesis examines homelessness as an increasingly pressing social issue. Particular attention is devoted to the role of housing support programmes and the potential for implementing the Housing First model in the Municipality of Ljubljana. The aim of the thesis is to analyse different approaches to addressing homelessness through a comparative study of Slovenia, Austria, and Finland, and to propose guidelines for more effective local policies.
The research combines theoretical and empirical methods. At the conceptual level, analysis and description were used to define key concepts and examine relevant legislation. The theoretical part includes a comparative analysis of housing systems in the selected countries. The empirical part is based on a qualitative approach, using semi-structured interviews with experts. The interviews were transcribed and selectively analysed, and the findings were synthesised in the final part of the thesis.
The results indicate that effective responses to homelessness require long-term strategies, an adequate supply of public housing, and intersectoral cooperation. Finland stands out for its systematic implementation of the Housing First model, while Austria is characterised by a strong local policy framework. Slovenia faces structural limitations, particularly a shortage of public housing and fragmented measures, although existing practices provide a basis for further development.
The findings offer guidelines for strengthening housing and social policies and support the gradual implementation of the Housing First model in Ljubljana.
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