Conference Proceedings : âJANASEVANAâ National ... - UN HABITAT
Conference Proceedings : âJANASEVANAâ National ... - UN HABITAT
Conference Proceedings : âJANASEVANAâ National ... - UN HABITAT
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1/5/2012<br />
ROLE OF SOCIAL HOUSING<br />
• 15 ‐ 25 percent of the system<br />
• Safety net<br />
• Affected by problems in the broader housing system<br />
• But can still make a significant contribution,<br />
– Enhanced access to housing for those discriminated against in<br />
the private market<br />
– Supporting key workers to live near where they work<br />
– Generating employment through new build and maintenance<br />
programs<br />
– Setting industry standards e.g. design, building quality,<br />
adaptable housing<br />
– Security of tenure for some of the most vulnerable people in<br />
society<br />
– Addressing homelessness<br />
5<br />
HOUSING AS AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE<br />
• Housing and social inclusion<br />
– Supports population growth through housing supply<br />
– Promotes social and environmental sustainability<br />
– Economic benefits, including supporting the economic<br />
participation of tenants<br />
• Impact on non‐shelter outcomes<br />
– Housing and accommodation support<br />
– Promotes social and environmental sustainability<br />
– Economic benefits, including supporting the economic<br />
participation of tenants<br />
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