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The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our goal is simple – to provide housing professionals with the advice, support and knowledge they need to be brilliant. CIH is a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation. This means that the money we make is put back into the organisation and funds the activities we carry out to support the housing sector. We have a diverse membership of people who work in both the public and private sectors, in 20 countries on five continents across the world. Further information is available at: www.cih.org

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our goal is simple – to provide housing professionals with the advice, support and knowledge they need to be brilliant. CIH is a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation. This means that the money we make is put back into the organisation and funds the activities we carry out to support the housing sector. We have a diverse membership of people who work in both the public and private sectors, in 20 countries on five continents across the world. Further information is available at: www.cih.org

Our mission is to help children, young people and adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness reach their potential, and move on to live happy, fulfilled lives. We believe in building on people’s strengths, aspirations and goals to help break the cycle of homelessness and help them move forward with their lives. We offer a programme of support tailored to meet people’s individual needs, including housing, employment and skills training, mentoring and counselling. We campaign to end street homelessness.

Women In Social Housing is a networking & support group for women working in the affordable housing Sector. Our WISH Vision In the current economic climate, professional networking is more important than ever. Joining WISH gives our members excellent opportunities to network with women at all stages of their careers and across the whole range of Organisations who operate in the Sector – both private and public. This is what really sets WISH apart and ensures our members get maximum benefit from being part of our Group.WISH are run by committed Regional Boards dedicated to making sure WISH provides an engaging calendar of informative and entertaining events for our members. WISH are also working hard to develop a Careers Advice Programme for female school and college leavers explaining all about the exciting job opportunities within the social housing Sector. The two major issues that are the cornerstone of the WISH Vision are: - encouraging more women to choose careers in the affordable housing and construction sectors when they leave school, college or further education. - addressing career progression for women already in these sectors, challenging stereotypes and barriers and encouraging successful behaviour. WISH meets formally four times a year. Events give members opportunity to network in friendly and relaxed environments. WISH always invite inspirational guests to speak to us on a range of interesting and enlightening topics – we always receive excellent, positive feedback from members who have enjoyed our evenings.

Women In Social Housing is a networking & support group for women working in the affordable housing Sector. Our WISH Vision In the current economic climate, professional networking is more important than ever. Joining WISH gives our members excellent opportunities to network with women at all stages of their careers and across the whole range of Organisations who operate in the Sector – both private and public. This is what really sets WISH apart and ensures our members get maximum benefit from being part of our Group.WISH are run by committed Regional Boards dedicated to making sure WISH provides an engaging calendar of informative and entertaining events for our members. WISH are also working hard to develop a Careers Advice Programme for female school and college leavers explaining all about the exciting job opportunities within the social housing Sector. The two major issues that are the cornerstone of the WISH Vision are: - encouraging more women to choose careers in the affordable housing and construction sectors when they leave school, college or further education. - addressing career progression for women already in these sectors, challenging stereotypes and barriers and encouraging successful behaviour. WISH meets formally four times a year. Events give members opportunity to network in friendly and relaxed environments. WISH always invite inspirational guests to speak to us on a range of interesting and enlightening topics – we always receive excellent, positive feedback from members who have enjoyed our evenings.

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our goal is simple – to provide housing professionals with the advice, support and knowledge they need to be brilliant. CIH is a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation. This means that the money we make is put back into the organisation and funds the activities we carry out to support the housing sector. We have a diverse membership of people who work in both the public and private sectors, in 20 countries on five continents across the world. Further information is available at: www.cih.org

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. Our goal is simple – to provide housing professionals with the advice, support and knowledge they need to be brilliant. CIH is a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation. This means that the money we make is put back into the organisation and funds the activities we carry out to support the housing sector. We have a diverse membership of people who work in both the public and private sectors, in 20 countries on five continents across the world. Further information is available at: www.cih.org