HERE TO STAY HOUSING FIRST SCOTLAND CONFERENCE 2022 - #HeretoStay
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#HeretoStay
THE PROGRAMME
HERE TO STAY
HOUSING FIRST SCOTLAND CONFERENCE 2022
31 MARCH 2022 | EICC, The Exchange, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Here to stay… the hundreds of people now building and living their lives in their own home
as part of a community.
Here to stay… the 27 local authorities branching out Housing First with local partners to
meet local demand.
Here to stay… the national framework for Housing First laying the track, with quarterly data
and an annual check-up to keep us on track.
Housing First is here to stay. Firmly established as national policy in 2018, by this spring 27
local authorities will have embedded Housing First locally and over 1000 tenancies will have
been started. And over the last 3 years, Scotland’s Housing First Pathfinder has achieved
results in line with international best practice, with most of that delivered during a pandemic.
Here to Stay will mark the end of the extraordinary Pathfinder in Scotland, and explore what
we now know – and need – for the long-haul. The conference will also explore some of the
pressing questions ahead, including:
• From sprint to stamina: what is needed to reach the pace and scale of demand estimates
for Housing First across Scotland?
• How can people with most to benefit be a bigger part of putting Housing First in
Scotland?
• How do we collectively ensure frontline workers feel supported, inspired and enabled?
• How can health and social care step up to this challenge –
as joint planners, commissioners and providers?
We are so looking forward to coming together again in person and at such an important
junction for Housing First in Scotland. Come join us for a lively day of reflection and celebration
of what’s gone before – and an honest exploration of the challenge that still lies ahead.
With thanks to our event partners:
THE PROGRAMME | LENNOX 3 SUITE
08.45 - 09.30 REGISTRATION: Coffee and Exhibitions
09.30 - 09.35 Conference Opening
Marion Gibbs | Team Leader, Scottish Government
09.35 - 10.50 A Well-Lit Path
A shining light in the homelessness sector over the last 3 years, this session will explore
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learning and experiences at the end of Scotland’s Housing First Pathfinder.
Q&A
Session Host:
Sir Andrew Cubie | Chair of Social Bite
With Guests:
• Ewan Aitken • Ruth Ogilvie
Chief Executive, Cyrenians Head of Services
Aberdeen Cyrenians
• Professor Sarah Johnsen
ISPHERE at • Bryan Smith
Heriot-Watt University Head of Operations
Transform Community Development
• Nicky Miller
Head of Homelessness, • Emma Thomson
Turning Point Scotland Head of Care, Wheatley Care
10.50 - 11.20 COFFEE & PASTRIES
11.20 - 12.30 Housing Ends Homelessness
For Housing First to scale up in line with estimated demand, the supply of and access
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to affordable housing is key. This session will explore what is needed for and from the
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housing sector in Scotland.
Session Host:
Callum Chomczuk | National Director, Chartered Institute of Housing Scotland
With Guests:
• David Bookbinder • Eileen McMullan
Director, Glasgow & West of Policy Lead, Scottish Federation of
Scotland Forum of Housing Housing Associations
Associations
• Nicola McQuiston
• Lorna Cameron Letting & Homelessness Lead,
Chief Executive Wheatley Group
Horizon Housing AssociationTHE PROGRAMME | AFTERNOON
12.30 - 13.00 LUNCH & NETWORKING
Playing over lunch in the Lennox 3 Suite - Michelle's Story; a short animated film voiced by
Emmerdale actress Charlie Hardwick. A sensitive retelling of key moments in Michelle's life
and a reminder of the 7 principles that underpin Housing First - and why they matter.
13.00 - 14.15 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
See next page - choose from one of 5 great breakout topics and suites.
TO LENNOX 3 SUITE (MAIN HALL)
14.15 - 14.35 Scotland Puts Housing First
Shona Robison MSP Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Housing and Local Government
14.35 - 15.30 Home and Belonging
Heather Coady | Independent Consultant
A special input on the parallels between Housing First and innovative work across the UK
that is creating a sense of home and belonging with young people who have experience
of the care system.
Followed by a sofa session exploring the importance of home, of belonging and the role
of Housing First in helping people put down roots as part of a community.
Hosted by:
Kate Polson | Chief Executive, Rock Trust
With Guests:
John Kerr | Housing Strategy Manager, West Dunbartonshire Council
Gavin Smith | Service Manager, Fife Council
15.30 -16.00 In Conversation with…
Tyler Cary | Associate, Homeless Network Scotland
Hosted by:
Dr Suzanne Aziz | Transforming Psychological Trauma Implementation Coordinator
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
16:00 - 18.00 Conference Close and Reception
Join us for cheese, wine or soft refreshments at the venue
#HeretoStayBREAKOUT SESSIONS 1. A New Deal for Tenants Lennox 3 Suite Yvonne Gavan, Scottish Government & Ruth Whatling, Homeless Network Scotland Housing to 2040 sets out a vision for homes and communities across Scotland where homes are affordable, standards the same across tenures, there is access to green space and essential services. Where homelessness, child poverty and fuel poverty have been eradicated. This session will explore the contribution of the rented sector to realising this vision through discussion of the New Deal for Tenants consultation with Yvonne Gavan, Better Homes Policy Lead at Scottish Government. 2. Endings in Housing First Lammermuir Suite 1 Alex Smith, Homeless Link and Housing First England & David Kidd, Homeless Network Scotland The workshop will explore the point in people’s journeys through Housing First services where intensive support is reduced, ended, or changed into a different offer. 3. Breaking the Cycle Lammermuir Suite 2 Liz Cooper, Scottish Prison Service & David Ramsay, Homeless Network Scotland Alongside a recurring experience of homelessness, people who benefit most from Housing First often also have a recurring experience of the criminal justice system. Join Liz Cooper, Policy Manager (Housing & Welfare) at Scottish Prison Service, to learn more about how Housing First can help break the cycle of homelessness and prison. 4. Women and Housing First Menteith Room Pam Hunter, Say Women & Ginny Cooper, Homeless Network Scotland Homelessness has been seen, and continues to be seen as a predominantly male issue. This has resulted in approaches and responses to the issue often overlooking women's needs. Routes into homelessness, the vulnerabilities encountered while homeless, and the services available, can differ depending on gender. This workshop will build participants' understanding and awareness of the ways in which homelessness is experienced by women and articulate how specialist tenancy sustainment for survivors' service can ensure women's needs are taken into account within responses to housing instability and homelessness. 5. Housing First – the Help! Lowther Room Kevin Wilkie, Scottish Government & Claire Frew, Homeless Network Scotland Four pillars support Housing First to branch out across the country, provided by Homeless Network Scotland in partnership with the Scottish Government. Housing First Connect, Check-Up, Know-How and Academy from Turning Point Scotland are for anyone involved in starting and scaling up Housing First.
BOOK IT housingfirst.scot | 0141 420 7272 | housingfirst@homelessnetwork.scot You can return this form, book online or just get in touch with us at Homeless Network Scotland, Unit 16a, The Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow G5 OPQ Your Details (separate multiple delegate names with a comma) Name Position Organisation Address E-mail Phone F Please tick if you have any access, communication or dietary requirements that we can assist with. Give details below. Breakout Choice (cross one) 1 2 3 4 5 Conference Fees (please enquire about discounts for multiple bookings) F Homeless Network Scotland Member | £95 F All other | £120 F Unwaged or using homeless services | FREE F Sponsored by Homeless Network Scotland | FREE We sponsor 10 places. This means we will cover the full conference cost for 10 delegates who have an interest in the same issues we do, but don’t have an organisation paying their way. You might be an interested local resident, a community activist or a social media friend.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
COVID -19 has significantly affected planned conferences and events across Scotland. Most events will continue
to be held as planned, albeit with additional precautions and communications. With so much changing so
quickly, we are following the latest Scottish Government guidance.
If We Need To Cancel
In the event of cancellation we will notify you as soon as we possibly can and at least 48 hours before the event.
If You Need To Cancel
We recognise that delegates may have to cancel their bookings and we appreciate notice at your earliest
convenience.
• Written cancellations received within 1 week before attendance: no charge
• Non-attendance:100% chargeHousing First Scotland at Homeless Network Scotland is a charity registered in Scotland (SC0 03453) and company limited by guarantee (SC112361). Registered Office: Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow G5 0PQ. CEO: Margaret-Ann Brünjes
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