Being a young woman in digital can be empowering
CIH is proud to be supporting International Women’s Day 2022, which this year is focusing on breaking the bias.
We need to take the housing profession seriously, writes Kevin Rodgers.
We need to start taking the role of the housing professional seriously. I’ve always found it strange that as housing associations we employ people who are professionally
Living and leading in interesting times
Reflecting on the pandemic and challenging times we've come up against, Jane Pightling explores the importance of professionalism and the CIH professional standards.
Data for good
Sam Gilbert, associate researcher from the Bennett Institute for Public Policy at the University of Cambridge gives us an insight into the session he'll be leading at TAI 2022.
The importance of professional standards in social housing
In this new guest blog, Michael Cameron, chief executive of the Scottish Housing Regulator, reflects on the importance of embedding professionalism throughout organisations.
Professionalism - so much more than a qualification
Emma Withnell, learning and talent advisor with LiveWest shares more about the organisation's ambitious goals and reaffirming their commitment to professionalisation.
What’s the problem with First Homes?
CIH policy and practice officer Hannah Keilloh explores First Homes, highlighting some of the frustrations and concerns around the government’s new ‘preferred discounted market tenure’.
Getting out again
CIH head of policy and external affairs Rachael Williamson shares more about her recent housing industry visits.
Levelling Up White Paper – a Welsh perspective
CIH Cymru national director Matt Dicks explores the detail of what the UK Government's Levelling Up White Paper could mean for Wales.
Work to be done on housing and human rights
In this opinion piece, first published in the Herald, Callum Chomczuk considers the practical steps required to realise the right to adequate housing.
All you need to know about be bold in your career course
We spoke to course director of Career Innovation, Rosemary McLean to find out more about the online course.
First Homes - what will it mean for rural areas?
Rural housing specialist Jo Lavis explores the findings for the recent Rural Services Network report on First Homes, following a short survey of its local planning authority members.
Will EESSH2 achieve net zero in social housing?
Following a recent Ideas Lab, Tony Boyle from Aico explores EESSH2 progress, elements of the standard, alignment with net zero targets and how it fits with changes needed across other tenures.
The quarter-life crisis
Julia Yates looks at what’s behind the quarter-life crisis, and what you can do to support your employees and your organisation as it happens.
How to meet the needs of career starters
Learning and career development consultant Mark Anderson sheds a light on young people starting their career in today’s workplace, and challenges employers to scrutinise the support they provide.
