This is a qualitative longitudinal study of homeless young people in Dublin city. The research adopted a pathways approach and set out to document, record and understand temporal change in the homeless experience over time. A core aim was to generate in-depth understanding of the process of youth homelessness, with a particular focus on young people’s trajectories into, through and out of homelessness. The study also aimed to inform policy relevant recommendations related to service provision, early intervention and the prevention of negative outcomes.