Check out what some of our members think

"Arhag Housing Association is committed to collaboration and fostering opportunities for all. That's why we're so excited to be joining Communities that Work. Our common goal of providing security to communities in need will ensure that this partnership is a success, and we look forward to working together to deliver the best possible support for our residents and the wider community."

"Bangla's mission is to create thriving communities through providing good quality affordable housing and support services for the BME and wider London community. We're delighted to joining Communities that Work and look forward to working together to continue improving the lives of those in need."

"BHCA is looking forward to being part of the Communities that Work network. BCHA is a charitable housing association dedicated to ending homelessness by building better homes, better communities and better lives. By joining Communities that Work, we have joined an ever-growing network that will allow us to be proactive and influential on those core issues and to develop our offer to customers."

"As one of the North East's leading housing providers, we provide both good quality homes as well as services which lead to a better quality of life for our tenants. "Joining Communities that Work will provide us with tools to further support our tenants and wider communities, by helping support them through the journey of securing sustainable employment."

"As the largest housing provider for quality, affordable homes in North Lincolnshire, our mission to reinvest into improving local communities and creating opportunities for those living within them. This is closely aligned to the ethos that drives Communities that Work, which is why we're really excited to join as a member. We are delighted to announce our membership to the body and hope to work alongside Communities that Work in order to transform lives of those living in our homes and support them into rewarding and lasting employment"

"Platform Housing Group is delighted to be the newest member of Communities that Work. We are committed to making a difference, enabling better lives for our customers through building better homes by investing in affordable homes, as well as the services and communities within them. Joining the Ctw network underlines our commitment to transforming the lives of our customers and provide the support they require in achieving long-term success."

"Here at Places for People, creating social value for customers and communities is at the heart of our approach. We are therefore delighted to announce that we have joined the Communities that Work network, which will aid our delivery of social value, by providing our customers with additional support to securing long-term employment."

"Unity Housing Association is delighted to be joining Communities that Work. For over 30 years, Unity has been providing choice, improving life opportunities, and addressing inequalities for BAME communities in Leeds/Kirklees. By joining Communities that Work, we've joined a strong network of like- minded Housing Associations working in partnership to tackle inequality and boost employment and skills opportunities for social housing residents."

"Communities that Work is one of the most influential, insightful and informative membership subscriptions we’re involved with.  It really helps to inform our strategic direction in terms of supporting our tenants and customers into employment. CtW facilitates opportunities to learn from other providers and deliver valuable, savvy political insight into policy that affects our delivery.  The political updates on the UK shared prosperity fund are particularly enlightening."

"There has never been a more important moment than now for the housing sector to work alongside the Government to push for greater economic resilience for the communities we serve. The Government’s levelling up agenda and the promise of the Shared Prosperity Fund are doors that Communities that Work are wedging open on behalf of the sector.As a member and Board member I have been really impressed by the sheer breadth, influence, impact and growing network of Communities that Work over the last year."

"Southway Housing Trust is proud to be part of the Communities that Work network. Established in 2007, we provide good quality affordable rented homes for around 6,000 households in and around south Manchester. We use our skills and resources to address inequality, reduce poverty and improve lives in our diverse communities. Being part of this active network will help us to achieve our vision of Thriving Communities where people of all ages can access what they need to have a healthy and fulfilled life."

"Gentoo Group is proud to join Communities that Work and collaborate with other providers who share our vision, social purpose and commitment to investing in the people and places we serve. Gentoo Group provides more than 60,000 people in Sunderland with a place they can call home and invests in services that help people live their best possible life. We value partnerships and work alongside key partners within our own community, and bring this same approach to partnership working with Communities that Work with the aim of helping people into work and progressing in their careers."

"Raven Housing Trust is delighted to be the newest member of Communities that Work. Being part of this strong, active network will help us to deliver our goals to build homes and change lives for individuals and communities in the South East."

"COVID has demonstrated and evidenced structural inequalities affecting many of the communities where Housing Associations have a strong presence. Throughout the pandemic Communities that Work have continued to raise the voice and profile of the Housing Sector who are clearly well placed, delivering local solutions and investing in these communities. The APPG Inquiry and recent report published further outlines our work and the key challenges ahead in tackling long term unemployment."

" We can’t do this alone, and that’s where great partnership working comes into play.

We’re proud to be working closely with Communities that Work to help improve access to opportunities for as many people as possible, and to better understand barriers to employment and how these can be overcome."

"At Southern Housing we work to influence positive change and build partnerships in the areas where we operate. We invest heavily in neighbourhood community programmes, helping our residents with training, careers advice, financial and digital inclusion so they can develop their potential and live their best lives. 

Membership of Communities that Work complements our work on these themes. It connects us to like-minded partners, helps promote our impact and enables us to influence decision makers."