Westminster | 11th May 2026
On Friday, May 8th, 2026, Kineara attended the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, where our team had the privilege of meeting His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and discussing the ongoing impact of our work supporting families experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness.
The event brought together organisations and community leaders from across the country who are working to create lasting social change. For Kineara, it was an important opportunity to reflect on the progress being made through the Homewards programme in Lambeth and to highlight the realities facing many of the lone parent families we support every day.
Reflecting on the experience, Alfa Djalo, our Housing Advice & Support Practitioner of the Lambeth Renters’ Support Programme, shared:
“Attending the Garden Party at Kensington Palace and having the privilege of meeting His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales was an experience I could never have imagined when I first began this work. The occasion itself was grand in every sense; the setting, the protocols, and the warmth of the engagement all made for an incredibly memorable afternoon.
What struck me most was how genuinely informed and passionate Prince William was about tackling homelessness and about the specific objectives of the Homewards programme. It was clear that this is not simply a cause he champions in name; he truly understands the issues at the heart of it.
Being able to represent Kineara in that space and to speak directly about the progress, challenges, and successes of the project felt deeply rewarding. It was a powerful reminder of why this work matters and the difference it can make in people’s lives.”
At Kineara, we remain committed to walking alongside people through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. Through our housing, education, employment, and community support programmes, we continue to work towards a future where individuals and families are supported with dignity, compassion, and practical solutions before crisis escalates.
Read more about our Lambeth Lone Parents Renter’s Support programme here: https://kineara.co.uk/single-parents-housing-support/
