Equality in Housing

Equality in Housing

Equality in Housing is a collaborative podcast between the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence and the Tenants Information Service. Our podcast hears stories from those working in housing, or housing related services, from people who have experienced barriers accessing housing of their choice and those doing research in under-investigated areas to really show the important role that accessible, inclusive housing can play in people's lives and to help inspire others who want to make a change for more positive housing futures for all.

  1. The LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge with Jack Mason

    FEB 25

    The LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge with Jack Mason

    In this episode our hosts Dr Gareth Young (UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence) and Pedro Cameron (Tenants Information Service) are joined by Jack Mason who is the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge Project Co‑ordinator for Stonewall Housing. In this episode Jack talks about the work that Stonewall Housing do, drawing on the latest data from their Impact Report, as well as talking about the different ways in which housing associations and service providers can ensure that LGBTQ+ people feel safe and secure, and can be their authentic selves, in their homes.  Podcast notes You can find out more about Stonewall Housing as well as the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge here: https://stonewallhousing.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14331052924&gbraid=0AAAAACaPxUarTCfruZz2MNZ_96aT3DmTl&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtfXMBhDzARIsAJ0jp3BIbPFUh1sjEKakQibWWohr2FmuF5drkuvLj5UDhR0OPX2EvFOKdNAaAmnrEALw_wcB   Stonewall Housing’s Impact Report 2024-25: https://stonewallhousing.org/impact-report-24-25/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14928263958&gbraid=0AAAAACaPxUboyl5Pdn4MQmKtKo4pkHaSL&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtfXMBhDzARIsAJ0jp3CoFSKajz8cb4gTOWbspe9WlFJsO5pvzygnFOMdJovzSGDN_AqACr4aAoI0EALw_wcB   You can read more about the No Place Like Home research underpinning the Pledge here: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5a620d960abd04e6cae4477f/t/5f92a0a515e85613786c68b5/1603444903001/no-place-like-home-final.pdf   The Housing Studies Association’s LGBTQ+ Housing Research and Practice Network: https://www.housing-studies-association.org/pages/lgbtq-housing-research-and-practice-network

    24 min
  2. Stigma and Intersectionality in Ageing: with Prof. Vikki McCall (Stirling University)

    03/13/2025

    Stigma and Intersectionality in Ageing: with Prof. Vikki McCall (Stirling University)

    In this episode of Equality in Housing, hosts Gareth Young (UK Centre for Housing Evidence) and Pedro Cameron (Tenants Information Service) are joined by Professor Vikki McCall from the University of Stirling. Vikki shares insights from the Intersectional Stigma of Place-based Ageing (ISPA) project, a groundbreaking five-year study funded by the Economic and Social Research Council. We explore the barriers older and disabled people face in housing and communities, from place-based stigma to the lack of accessible, well-designed home adaptations. Vikki discusses the power of co-production, with over 140 community peer researchers gathering real-life experiences to shape more inclusive policies. We also hear about the Inclusive Living Alliance, a coalition working to create practical, stigma-free housing solutions that benefit everyone. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on why housing plays a crucial role in ageing well, and how better design, policy, and collaboration can create more inclusive communities for all. ●     The ISPA project page can be found here. ●      For more information on the Inclusive Living Alliance that is being developed, and how to get involved, click here. ●      You can read more about Vikki’s ‘Designing homes for healthy cognitive ageing’ here.  ●      Invisible Creations were discussed as a new way of thinking about the visual impacts of home adaptations to help increase their uptake and reduce stigma.

    27 min
  3. LGBTQ+ Homelessness: with Dr Edith England (Cardiff Met) and Dr Neil Turnbull (Cardiff University)

    05/09/2024

    LGBTQ+ Homelessness: with Dr Edith England (Cardiff Met) and Dr Neil Turnbull (Cardiff University)

    In this episode, we speak to Edith England (Cardiff Met University) and Neil Turnbull (Cardiff University) about LGBTQ+ housing and homeless. Edith and Neil talk us through their latest research project, which included an extensive survey of over 1000 young LGBTQ+ people about their housing situations. We talk about the policy and legislative landscape and explore what is needed to make the system fair. Podcast notes LGBTQ+ Homelessness Survey: https://www.instagram.com/lgbtqplushomelessnesssurvey/   UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence - BLOG: Is queer theory relevant to LGBTQ+ homelessness? By Edith England, Neil Turnbull, Oliver Townsend. Jul 2023. https://housingevidence.ac.uk/is-queer-theory-relevant-to-lgbtq-homelessness/   BLOG: What don’t we know about LGBTQ+ homelessness (and how you can help us address that). By Edith England and Neil Turnbull. Jun 2023. https://housingevidence.ac.uk/what-dont-we-know-about-lgbtq-homelessness-and-how-you-can-help-us-address-that/   Previous episodes referenced - with Rhiannon Sims: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hos-cache/episodes/Live-at-Scotlands-Housing-Festival-with-Rhiannon-Sims--Crisis-Scotland-e2i4ihe with Kelly Henderson: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hos-cache/episodes/Domestic-Abuse-With-Kelly-Henderson--Addressing-Domestic-Abuse-e1umrd3/a-a9ac86q   Book reference in this episode - In The Dreamhouse by Carmen Maria Machado: https://serpentstail.com/work/in-the-dream-house/   More information coming soon about the research report and future focus groups.

    44 min

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Equality in Housing is a collaborative podcast between the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence and the Tenants Information Service. Our podcast hears stories from those working in housing, or housing related services, from people who have experienced barriers accessing housing of their choice and those doing research in under-investigated areas to really show the important role that accessible, inclusive housing can play in people's lives and to help inspire others who want to make a change for more positive housing futures for all.

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