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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 2d

Big interest from Germany in the EU’s upcoming Affordable Housing Plan.

Our big question: will municipal & non-profit housing providers, who deliver up to 30% of affordable homes in some places, be part of it?

What’s the plan?

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Plan for affordable housing: Time pressure for a big hit?

For the first time, the EU is tackling the issue of affordable housing with its own strategy. However, the timetable is tight – and has even been brought forward once again by Commission President Urs...

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 3d

Next week at the European Parliament, our "State of Housing in Europe 2025" report will show that construction is at a decade low while social housing waiting lists are swelling.

We will push for answers to these tough and real questions that create lasting change, not just temporary relief.

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 4d

At the UNECE ministers’ meeting in Geneva, Housing Europe President Marco Corradi said it clearly:

We’re at a crossroads. Either we invest in public, cooperative, and social housing OR we keep pretending the market will fix it all. The choice is about courage and long-term vision.

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 5d

📅 Final day to register!
On 14 Oct, the 🇪🇺 Parliament hosts a debate on how cooperatives & the social economy can shape the EU Affordable Housing Plan.

From Europe’s housing diversity to real cooperative solutions for inclusive, sustainable & energy-efficient homes.

👉 buff.ly/JTYOmO2

Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 8d

📅 14 Oct, European Parliament: Debate on how cooperatives & the social economy fit into the EU Affordable Housing Plan.

Shaping Europe’s housing future with affordability, sustainability, inclusion, resilience.
Register by 7 Oct: buff.ly/rBs7ulM

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 26d

How are not-for-profit housing providers - Approved Housing Bodies – delivering in different parts of Europe?

This report examines & compares the experience in 4 regions.

Read 🏠 Unlocking potential: A Comparative Analysis of Approved Housing Body Models in the European Union buff.ly/lr2SGIT

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · 27d

This #SOTEU address was an important one for housing, with President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu highlighting the social and economic effects of the housing crisis.

Here's our analysis of what was said: tinyurl.com/35vehv8n

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Sep 12

The annual #SOTEU address this week from Ursula von der Leyen was an important one for housing. Here’s what she said (and should have said), and what it means

What von der Leyen said: Housing in the SOTEU 2025 | Housing Europe

The annual #SOTEU address today from Ursula von der Leyen was an important one for housing. The president talked about how homes are a place of safety, family and belonging, and recognised that access...

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Sep 3

🏘️ How do we finance homes where people can truly thrive?
Join us in Prague | 19 Nov for the 3rd European Responsible Housing Finance Summit.
📌 Save the date — registration opens soon!
➡️https://buff.ly/zxphKeK

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Aug 5

This June Housing Europe elected a new President, Marco Corradi. Get to know him (and us!) in 2 minutes.

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Sostre Cívic @sostrecivic.bsky.social · Jun 11

🏆🌍 Sostre Cívic rep l'European Responsible Housing Awards, el principal premi europeu d’habitatge atorgat per @housingeurope.bsky.social
Un reconeixement a l' #HabitatgeCooperatiu català com a alternativa real i transformadora. sostrecivic.coop/sostre-civic...

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 12

🏆 At #ISHF2025 we celebrated the #ERHA2025 winners— powerful public, social & cooperative housing initiatives driving climate justice, inclusion & community.

“These are blueprints for EU housing policy.” –Matthew Baldwin
“Public housing must lead.” – Bent Madsen

Press release👉 tinyurl.com/3d3shz9m

Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 11

⚡ Energy communities’ potential for the future of electricity markets: robust and green energy for all⚡
Join: 11/06/25 ~ 16:30-18:00 ~ hybrid ~ #EUSEW2025

How energy communities can deliver reliable, green power for a fair, citizen-led transition.
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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 6

🚨Starting now in the Auditorium 'When cities lead the way for the country: lessons from the international social housing festival hosts'.

#ISHF2025

Join us to find out!
➡️https://www.socialhousingfestival.eu/programme

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 6

The last two days at #ISHF25 have been packed with inspiring ideas💭 But the fun isn't over!
Here's your selection of events this Friday. See you there!
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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

What are the key ingredients for a housing system that works? What will it take to deliver homes which boost social capital & competitiveness? Find out at

🧭 GUIDING EUROPE HOME: The compass for a New Housing Paradigm 🧭

Today @ 9:30 // Liffey Hall 1 // #ISHF25
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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

What an amazing first day at #ISHF25 ! Thanks to the team in Dublin and everyone who joined events.

Today’s set to be even bigger and busier, with a packed lineup of events from the Housing Europe network. Don’t miss out 💬
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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 4

🎉 It's here! #ISHF25 kicks off today, and we can't wait to welcome you to Dublin! 🇮🇪

🗓️ On June 4th, our network is hosting some unmissable — check the highlights below.

For more more info? Stop by our stand in the exhibition hall. See you there! 👋

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Jun 3

Join us at #ISHF25 on 5th June for

🧭Guiding Europe Home: The Compass for a New Housing Paradigm

Discover the Housing Compass, best practices in Member States & how the EU can support dedicated social and affordable housing providers. 🔗 buff.ly/oSSOOWa

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · May 23

Thanks to EU Housing Commissioner Dan Joergensen for a great talk this week on why public, social & cooperative housing is Europe’s ace card. To play it, we need:
🏠 Better info
📜 Better regulation
💶 Better finance
Full messages: buff.ly/MtIHhJu

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LGIU (Local Government Information Unit) @lgiu-local-gov.bsky.social · May 22

🏡 For Future Local Lab this week we have a great interview with @daraturnbull.bsky.social of @housingeurope.bsky.social about the trends shaping the future of housing provision
🔗 lgiu.org/blog-article/interv...
#localgov
#FutureLocalLab

Text says: Fireside Chat with Dara Trunbull, Housing Europe

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · May 5

Start you week informed: read our latest newsletter. 📰 buff.ly/gpLReet

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · May 1

Can the EU fix Europe’s growing housing crisis?
Our Secretary General Sorcha Edwards shares her perspectives on this quick guide to the housing crisis and the ways out of it from @enr-newsroom.bsky.social

Can the EU fix Europe’s growing housing crisis?

Across Europe, housing has become increasingly unaffordable, but what role can the EU play in addressing it?In this video, we break down what’s behind rising...

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Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Apr 29

👏 Organised together with the International Union of Tenants and Delphis
🤝 Supported by sponsors: @coebank.bsky.social (Gold and @eib.org (Silver)

Housing Europe @housingeurope.bsky.social · Apr 29

🏡 The finalists for the 2025 European Responsible Housing Awards are here!

25 projects from 12 countries show how housing can drive inclusion, sustainability & community.
👉 www.socialhousingfestival.eu

Winners to be announced June 5 in Dublin at #ISHF2025.

#ResponsibleHousing2025

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