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From Homelessness to Graduation: A Journey of Hope

7/30/2025

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Against all odds, Mark Eaton-Lees from Wolverhampton achieved first-class honours in criminology and social policy from Swansea University after enduring 40 nights living in his car. His journey, sparked by a chance encounter with a homeless man, now fuels his passion for volunteering and advocating for vital housing policy reforms to help others in need.

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Against all odds, Mark Eaton-Lees from Wolverhampton achieved first-class honours in criminology and social policy from Swansea University after enduring 40 nights living in his car. His journey, sparked by a chance encounter with a homeless man, now fuels his passion for volunteering and advocating for vital housing policy reforms to help others in need.