Our dedicated Tenant Participation volunteers have had a busy year, attending conferences across the country to learn from other organisations and advocate for Hull tenants. All of our volunteers give their time for free (expenses are paid), so it has been great to see so many get involved in lots of activities.
In April, a trip to Dewsbury for a Tpas regional event allowed them to meet other social housing landlords and get updates from the Regulator of Social Housing.
In May, the Vice Chair of the Tenants’ Forum spoke at an Inside Housing conference about increasing tenant influence on policy.
The highlight of the year was the Housing 2025 Conference in Manchester, where the Chair of the Tenants’ Forum shared insights on “Modernising Tenant Engagement”. Our volunteers also attended the Tpas National Tenant Conference in Coventry, a key event for promoting tenant involvement in the UK.
At these conferences, they networked with industry professionals, participated in workshops, and heard from guest speakers. Key themes included repairs and maintenance, digital engagement, and social housing policy.
The events provided our volunteers with a chance to build skills, exchange ideas, and ensure that Hull tenants’ voices are heard nationally, helping to bring new ideas back home to improve services.