Why are we launching this conference?
While there is a great variety in social housing models internationally, there are many common challenges and valuable best-practice lessons that could be more effectively shared. ISH•SUM will create the perfect forum for this vital information exchange and result in reports and action plans that help drive change.
ISH•SUM is all about delivering excellent content and practical ideas that can be put to work straight away.
Benefits of attending ISH•SUM
Knowledge-sharing:
The most topical issues and enlightening case studies will be tackled by ?rst-rate speakers and practical solutions explored in interactive sessions
Face to face interaction:
More than 300 senior social housing practitioners will be there to share experiences
Practical reports and action plans
A comprehensive report and action plan on ISH.SUM will be created for you to put to work in your own organisation
Optimum use of time:
Packed conference days, themed working lunches and optional study tours will deliver extensive benefits in just a few days.
Why attend ISH.SUM?
Hear what attendees at ISHSUM have to say:
"...I know there are some excellent examples in England and in Europe of innovative and sustainable housing which will provide ideas and impetus for our projects. I am keen to learn and see what others are doing – what works, what doesn’t and to share this knowledge with those working in the sector in my state in Australia..."
Catherine Upcher, CEO, Rural Housing Nework, Australia
"There is such a vast array of experience and solutions on the international housing and regeneration scene that it is worthwhile taking time to review other people’s experience and solutions. The problems we all face have so much in common and yet the solutions are so different, so we can definitely learn from each other. This event creates the platform for that learning to take place".
David Cowans, CEO of Places for People, UK
"In a fast changing world, amid a global credit crisis, we are challenged to innovate and adapt solutions to ensure the continued flow of financing into the housing world. Many of the best solutions have already been tried and tested around the world and attending the International Social Housing Summit will give us access to the most experienced practitioners within the sector."
Steve Amos, Head of the Social Housing Team at Barclays Corporate