Empowering Women to End Homelessness

In this episode of the Homefullness Show, Dionne Payne, founder of Women for Homes, discusses her ambitious mission to inspire 1 million women to invest $5,000 each to end homelessness by 2030. Dionne shares her journey from a scientist to a real estate developer and impact investor.   She highlights her notable projects, such as the development of affordable housing projects in Australia, and her experiences in especially creating social cohesion within communities. She also discusses innovative housing solutions and sustainability models like the One Planet Living framework.   Dionne provides insights into financial empowerment, including the importance of community and diverse investment strategies, and offers her Amazon bestseller book, 'Ethical Property Investing', for free download to interested listeners.   Visit WomenForHomes.com and connect with Dionne on LinkedIn. Tune in for a conversation filled with actionable steps towards creating more inclusive and affordable housing solutions.   RELEVANT LINKS: Common Ground Women Revolution in Housing   BOOKS MENTIONED ON THE EPISODE: Ethical Property Investing   TIME STAMPS:   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:10 Understanding Homefullness 01:54 Exploring Regenerative Housing 07:00 Affordable Housing Challenges 11:58 Community Engagement in Development 25:16 Personal Journey into Property Development 31:30 The Beginning of a Journey 32:31 Understanding Women's Financial Challenges 33:41 The Financially Empowered Women Podcast 35:06 Building the Women for Homes Fund 38:37 Personal Reflections on Homelessness 45:38 The Importance of Community and Support 51:55 Creative Outlets and Personal Growth 54:33 Final Thoughts and Resources