The 'No second night' municipal programme continues to promote the autonomy of homeless women. José Fernández, the delegate for Social Policies, Family and Equality, visited this initiative that offers early social intervention for women facing severe housing exclusion who are at risk of sleeping on the streets or have recently experienced homelessness.
Launched by the Ayuntamiento de Madrid in June 2020, this innovative project aims to prevent women who have just lost their homes from spending a second night in such circumstances. Women experiencing homelessness face an increased risk of gender-based violence on the streets, making resources like this a vital safe space for them.
'No second night' comprises 53 accommodation places spread across two hostels, where all basic needs of the users are met, including lodging, meals, and access to sanitation facilities. Each woman undergoes an individualised social intervention process tailored to her needs, which includes social, educational, and psychological support.
The programme encourages women to improve their physical and mental health, enhance self-care, adopt healthy habits, and foster social integration within the community. In 2025, 110 women were assisted, and 75 users have been recorded in the first half of 2026.
Access to the programme is facilitated through assessment and referral from the Single Entry Point of the Municipal Network for the Attention of Homeless People. There is no set time limit for stays, as each user has a different recovery timeline.
The policies addressing homelessness by the Ayuntamiento de Madrid are outlined in its Dignitas Strategy, which aims to restore the life projects of these individuals by recognising their dignity. The Municipal Network for the Attention of Homeless People currently has 1,250 places across six shelters and programmes that implement 'Housing First' and 'Housing LED' methodologies.
