Make content about: Fumu stepped into his own flat
After sleeping rough in Leicester, Fumu rebuilt his confidence and stepped into his own furnished flat.
This story
Fumu was found living in an encampment in Leicester in 2024 with few belongings and little confidence. Through temporary housing, he learned practical skills, joined a football team, and secured his first independent tenancy in October 2025. A local essentials hub helped him furnish the empty flat, giving him the furniture and kitchen equipment he needed to settle in.
Where you could take it
Visit Fumu in his flat to see him cook a meal and talk about what having a furnished space of his own means to him.
Where it happens
Leicester
The charity
- Charity: Action Homeless (Leicester) Limited
- Registration number: 702230
- Based in: Leicester