Why Aneka?

Women and single mothers who are fleeing from violence, poverty, or other difficult circumstances often face the challenge of finding a safe and affordable accommodation. They may be forced to live in overcrowded or unsanitary conditions, or to sleep on the streets. This not only puts their and their children’s physical health at risk, but also their mental and emotional well-being.

Aneka vzw is committed to helping to address this problem. We aim to prevent that women who suddenly find themselves on the street end up into a long-term situation of homelessness. Our goal is to offer them a safe and comfortable place to stay, where they can rest, recover, and rebuild their lives.

What can Aneka do?

How are we planning to tackle the challenges ?

We tackle the problem of homelessness and vulnerability among women and single mothers by providing temporary housing and support that is tailored to their needs. We offer them a fully furnished room, shared kitchen and bathroom. We bring them in contact with social, legal, and psychological services that can help them overcome the challenges they face.

We work closely together with local authorities, social services, and other organizations to ensure that our residents have access to the resources and opportunities they need.  We actively help them in the search for more permanent housing.

Does it matter ?

Our temporary housing and support matter to the women and single mothers we host because we provide them with a safe and comfortable place to stay, where they can feel respected, valued, and empowered.

By staying at Aneka, the women and their children can focus on their well-being and their future, without having to worry about their immediate survival. They can receive personalized care and attention that is tailored to their needs, and that respects their dignity and autonomy.

Why now?

The problem of homelessness and vulnerability among women and single mothers is urgent and pervasive, and it requires immediate and effective action. A study of the King Bauduin Foundation in 2021 asserted that homeless women and children accounted for more than 50 percent of the homeless population in the area of Vilvoorde.

Women often alternate living on the street with couch surfing with friends or family. As a result very little is structurally undertaken, leading to more long term homelessness.