Sarah O’Neill, HDN Board Member and Chair of Willow Tree Housing Partnership and shares her thoughts: I’ve been thinking recently about the responsibilities of boards when it comes to diversity, equality, and inclusion (EDI). Crucially boards set the tone for the organisation, ensure EDI is embedded into strategy and governance,

Housing Diversity Network (HDN) were delighted that Berneslai Homes recently received a C1 governance rating from the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH), a recognition that underscores their strong leadership, compliance, and focus on delivering high-quality services to tenants. The RSH commented positively on the organisation’s commitment to equality, diversity, and

Guest blog by Melissa Lacide. Inclusive engagement is central to creating homes and neighbourhoods that support people’s quality of life. This principle guided my recent webinar with members of the Housing Diversity Network, where we explored the importance of meaningful consultation and engagement and shared some practical tools developed by

Guest blog by Jack Mason. The LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge, developed by HouseProud and delivered by Stonewall Housing, is a free-of-charge initiative for social housing providers across the country to showcase their commitment to inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ residents. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of 9 housing providers, we’ve been

I’ve just been reading the Runnymede Trust’s November 2024 report, Islamophobia: The Intensification of Racism Against Muslim Communities in the UK, which highlights how anti-Muslim racism—or Islamophobia—has deepened across society. The report frames this issue as not merely a product of individual prejudice but as a systemic, structural issue perpetuated by

Holiday Inn, Manvers, following the arson attacks. Image: Michael Taylor, via Wikimedia Commons In response to the recent riots and Islamophobic violence, HDN hosted a virtual roundtable for our members to offer support, discuss immediate reactions, and explore ways the sector can help prevent similar events in the future. Due to