Confederation of Co-operative Housing Celebrates 30 Years of Advocacy and Progress in the UK
The Confederation of Co-operative Housing: Celebrating 30 Years of Hope, Inspiration, and Belief
The Confederation of Co-operative Housing (CCH) marks three decades of championing cooperative and community-led housing with its new publication, 30 Years of Hope, Inspiration, and Belief. This milestone report reflects on CCH’s journey since its founding in the early 1990s, born out of the need to counter-shifting government policies that hindered the growth of cooperative housing.
A Legacy of Resilience and Advocacy
Initially established to challenge restrictive housing policies, CCH evolved into a unifying force within the cooperative housing sector. Its mission: to promote cooperative values, support members, and demonstrate the viability of cooperative housing as a credible alternative to traditional models. Over the years, CCH has become a leading advocate for cooperative and community-led housing, delivering practical resources, driving public policy change, and empowering tenant movements across the UK.
Pioneering Cooperative Housing Models
CCH has played a pivotal role in developing innovative cooperative and community-led housing models. Research consistently highlights the benefits of these models, including:
- Greater affordability
- Higher resident satisfaction
- Stronger community cohesion
Despite these advantages, cooperative housing remains underrepresented in mainstream UK housing policy—a challenge CCH continues to address with determination.
Adapting and Thriving Over Three Decades
What began as a grassroots effort led by passionate, young advocates has matured into a sustainable organization with a dedicated governance structure. Today, CCH is a respected leader in housing advocacy, tackling some of the UK’s most pressing housing challenges and providing innovative, community-first solutions.
A Vision for the Future
As highlighted in its Manifesto 2024: Co-operative and Community-Led Solutions to the Housing Crisis, CCH is committed to working with government and industry stakeholders to address the UK’s housing crisis. By focusing on community empowerment and elevating the voices of those most impacted by housing issues, CCH offers a path forward that prioritizes affordability, security, and collaboration.
Shaping the Future of Housing Policy
Amidst growing challenges in the housing sector, CCH remains at the forefront of critical policy discussions. Its unwavering advocacy for cooperative housing models underscores its potential to reshape the future of housing in the UK.
For more about CCH’s work and the 30 Years of Hope, Inspiration, and Belief report, visit CCH’s website.
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