The stories below explain why this is the second year i am walking through Lent.

From walking throughout the night to avoid danger and stay warm, to accessing support services and attending appointments – people facing homelessness will often walk for miles every day.

That's why I'm taking on Oasis Community Housing's Step into Spring Lent walking challenge to raise vital funds to support those in housing crisis.

People like Martin, who spent 20 years of his life rough sleeping before finding Oasis Community Housing's drop-in centres where he began his journey out of homelessness.

“Now I’m warm, I’m safe, potentially got a job. But, the amount of people that are out on the streets …There are a lot of people out there that need this help.” - Martin