SEOUL DESIGN AWARD

ProxyAddress uses duplicated addresses to connect those facing homelessness with support.

An address is no longer just a location - it's now a de facto means of identification. This means that if a person becomes homeless, they are immediately cut off from the basic services they need to recover. The ability to apply for jobs, receive benefits, open a bank account, receive post: all are placed out of reach at the point they are needed most. Those who might have otherwise got back on their feet with a little early support are instead left to become entrenched in the situation and develop more complex and care-intensive needs over time.

ProxyAddress provides a stable address throughout this period of instability. Using existing data, we create and provide a consistent 'proxy' address that can be borrowed and used to access services regardless of location or how often the person moves. The service is secure and private, removing the stigma of vulnerability to the user, protecting the original property, and complying with anti-fraud laws to ensure the safety of users and partners alike.