Junction is delivering a bespoke and innovative housing project to support young South Australians.

The organisation is creating a unique “Tiny Homes” campus as part of a community approach to helping young people successfully transition out of the care system.

The Tiny Homes campus will be a collection of 10 new self-contained compact homes set amongst open green space with communal areas for learning and connecting.

The transportable homes, custom-built off-site, are approximately 17sqm in size and feature modular, built-in furniture and storage, a work/study station and a kitchen. Each will also have large windows for natural light and mini-deck areas.

The homes will be made available to 10 young people, aged between 16-18 who are leaving out-of-home care and don’t have family support networks.

The Tiny Homes campus will be staffed by Junction professionals who will provide support and run life-skills programs.

Located on a current vacant parcel of land south of Adelaide, the campus will be close to key education sites including TAFE and Flinders University.

“With the Tiny Homes campus we aim to help young people live independently – but with support – so they can learn to thrive as part of a community and connect to culture,” Junction Chief Executive Officer Maria Palumbo said.

“We hope that the life skills they develop on campus will assist them as they prepare to later move into more permanent long-term housing and help transition to a successful adulthood.”

Ms Palumbo said children leaving care are more likely to experience homelessness and complex health issues.

“They need care and support to help them succeed into adulthood,” she said.

“Right now, there are very few options for young people exiting care. Through the Tiny Homes campus, we are offering an opportunity to live in a safe and supportive environment and pursue study or employment to set themselves up for the future.

“Tiny Homes has the potential to make a big positive impact on the lives of many.”

Junction is a social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services.