54North Homes Signs LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge to support inclusive communities

We’re proud to share that we have signed the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge, by HouseProud and delivered by Stonewall Housing. 

This is an important step in our commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive communities for everyone.

What is the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge?

The pledge is a way for social housing providers - like housing associations and local authorities - to show their commitment to equality and support for LGBTQ+ residents. It provides a clear framework for landlords to work with residents and take action to make housing fair and inclusive.

Why is this important?

Home should be a place where everyone feels safe and free to be themselves. Sadly, many LGBTQ+ people still face discrimination, even in relation to housing. The pledge helps tackle this by promoting equality and building positive relationships between housing providers and LGBTQ+ residents.

What will 54North be doing?

By signing the pledge, we’re committing to: 

• Taking part in LGBTQ+ events with colleagues and customers. 

• Creating initiatives that promote LGBTQ+ visibility. 

• Sharing stories about our involvement through our website, social media and customer bulletin. 

• Including information about the pledge in colleague inductions and training. 

We’re already active in promoting inclusion, through our Pride Inclusion Hub and involvement with Northern Pride, but this pledge means we can do even more. 

Paula Whylie, our Assistant Director People and Resources is thrilled to be taking the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge: 
 
“Signing the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge is an important milestone for 54North Homes. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and valued in their home, and this pledge reinforces our commitment to creating inclusive communities where people can truly be themselves. We’re proud to lead the way in Yorkshire and look forward to working with our colleagues, customers and partners to make a real difference.” 

We’ll be sharing more information about our work as part of the LGBTQ+ Pledge over the coming months.

Please contact us to find out how you can have your say on our LGBTQ+ inclusion work by emailing hello@54northhomes.co.uk