Opportunity to contribute to our award winning Housing Plus Academy research
Housing associations, both large and small, are invited to contribute to the Housing Plus Academy’s next think tank event. Led by the London School of Economics (LSE) Housing and Communities team, the Housing Plus Academy is a partnership between LSE Housing, the NCRC (National Communities Resource Centre) and 17 leading social housing providers. Since its […]
Cut costs and save the planet: How to save money and prevent climate change
From April 2023, it’s estimated that over 8.5 million households in England will live in fuel poverty, including 5.9 million low-income and financially vulnerable households. As the cost of living rises, governments energy support stops and the energy price guarantee changes, it’s vital that your residents are equipped with the information and skills they need to […]
Residents, Social Landlords and Community Groups invited to cost of living think tank
This Housing Plus Academy event will explore ways different groups are responding to the crisis. Always keen to tackle significant issues, the Housing Plus Academy has announced its next think tank event, which will focus on the cost of living crisis. Taking place on 20th October, this unique event will bring residents, as well as […]
Celebrating 1 year of partnership with Regenda Group and YHA (England & Wales)
Supporters of Trafford Hall met to celebrate the successful partnership between The Regenda Group, YHA (England & Wales) and the NCRC. Supporters of Trafford Hall, including the Mayor and Mayoress of Chester, met to celebrate the one year anniversary of The Regenda Group, YHA (Youth Hostels Association) and the NCRC (National Communities Resource Centre) and […]
Housing Plus Academy Research awarded 4-star rating by Research Excellence Framework
An impact case study, based on the work of the Housing Plus Academy, was included in the London School of Economics’ submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF), contributing to the school’s overall 4-star rating. Led by the London School of Economics (LSE) Housing and Communities team, the Housing Plus Academy is a partnership between […]
Support the Professor Sir John Hills Memorial Fund, to help us build an outdoor classroom
In 2020 on the passing of one of NCRC’s greatest supporters, Professor John Hills, Dame Sue Owen launched this memorial fund in his honour. John, who was married to Anne Power, Chair and founder of the National Resource Communities Centre (NCRC), was passionate about the work of the NCRC and Trafford Hall in helping people fulfil their potential. […]
Upcoming event: Opportunities for Empowerment
Book now! This two day, residential event is CIH certified and provides a perfect opportunity for you to reconnect with your resident groups and strengthen relationships post covid-19. Our experienced facilitator, provided by The Learning Foundry (TLF), creates lively discussions, allowing inspiration to flow before bringing it all together into a realistic and deliverable community […]
Last few places remaining for upcoming Housing Plus Academy Event – “Housing management at the crossroads”
Discussions and outcomes from the event will contribute to a report that will be made available to key government departments. How did housing management change during the pandemic? That’s one of the big questions that this upcoming Housing Plus Academy event, “Housing management at the crossroads” will address on 19th – 20th May. The Housing […]
NCRC invites housing groups to participate in tenant empowerment event
The CIH certified, ‘Opportunities for Empowerment’ event will take place on 15-16 June at Trafford Hall, Chester. Housing associations and other organisations are being encouraged to bring representatives from their tenant groups to a 2-day residential think-tank event, designed to reinvigorate resident involvement and community activity post Covid-19. Delivered by the National Communities Resource Centre […]
Previous CEO of the National Housing Federation appointed as trustee
The National Communities Resource Centre (NCRC) based in the recently re-opened Trafford Hall, has appointed David Orr CBE to their board of trustees. David is widely respected for his role in championing the social housing sector, campaigning to advance the interests of Housing Associations at all levels of government. With over 30 years’ experience David […]
