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The recent ruling in Charnell Commando and Others v. City of Cape Town underscores the critical need for municipalities to uphold their constitutional obligations in providing emergency housing, particularly in the face of gentrification. The Constitutional Court's decision highlights that the City of Cape Town's failure to develop a reasonable Temporary Emergency Accommodation Policy was not only unreasonable but also perpetuated the legacy of spatial apartheid. This case serves as a pivotal reminder that urban development must prioritize community welfare over profit, ensuring that vulnerable populations are not displaced without adequate support.The court's directive for the City to implement a policy that considers individual circumstances and provides immediate accommodation reflects a progressive approach to housing rights. It emphasizes that local governments must actively engage with affected communities to foster inclusive urban environments. As we reflect on this case, it is essential for stakeholders in urban planning, social justice, and community development to advocate for policies that protect residents from the adverse effects of gentrification. The ruling is a call to action for cities worldwide to reassess their development strategies and ensure they align with human rights principles.#HousingJustice #Gentrification #UrbanDevelopment #SpatialJustice #CommunityEmpowerment

Calling all landlords in Wales 📣📣📣 This survey is aimed at gathering information to understand Landlords' Awareness of current Housing Legislations and Housing Inequalities faced by Ethnic Minorities in Wales. Your input is invaluable in helping us understand how best to support landlords and agents in Wales to enable them to provide the necessary support for ethnic minority tenants. #Landlord #Landlords #Housing #Survey #Inequality #HousingInequality

The #EndWorkPlaceAbuse Georgia Team has worked tirelessly to produce an anonymous survey for workers who have experienced or witnessed #bullying, #incivility, or #harassment in their workspaces. I will be distributing this survey to every 👏🏽single 👏🏽library 👏🏽worker I can [in libraries, archives, and museums] so that our voices can be amplified. If all 5,161,581 #workers in the state of #Georgia respond to this thoughtful survey, we’ll have all the stats we need to fuel our teams’ efforts to persuade legislators to take action. Please help us put an end to the abuses of employers within our state by taking some time to share your experience and this survey. Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/erUaUT4h #BeTheChange #StayTheCourse #SeeSomethingSaySomething #WorkPlacePsychologicalSafetyAct #WPSA

🌍 Creating a Holistic, Data-Driven Approach to Understanding Communities in Wokingham Borough Council 📊 Wokingham is home to over 177,000 residents and is ranked very highly on social progress outcomes in the England according to our #socialprogressindex for English Local Authorities. It has experienced a 15% population growth in the census periods of 2011-2021; more than double the English population growth average. In the same period the growth in the 65+ age category has been over 28%. This reality brings interesting opportunities to further the understanding of Wokingham's residents within the Borough Council, and in particular, to develop initiatives that strengthen relationships with communities, understand current service demands, and proactively address future challenges. We are delighted support Socitm member, Wokingham Borough Council, to use a data-driven insights and a social determinants approach to create early intervention strategies. Our aim is to integrate community input with robust data analysis, and design and test pilot policies that tackle root causes, not just symptoms. This holistic approach aligns with the Marmot principles and fosters long-term, sustainable solutions for Wokingham's residents. 👉 The Outcome? Tailored policies, equitable resource allocation, and a future-ready council that works collaboratively with its community to drive positive outcomes. #DataDriven #CommunityEngagement #HomelessnessPrevention #SocialDeterminants #MarmotBorough #Wokingham #LocalGovernment #EarlyIntervention

What’s in it for Yerrabi? - The last few months we have seen several policies released by the Canberra Liberals, exploring what a fresh opportunity looks like for the ACT. Putting your suburb first, making our city safer, a better education system and targeted relief to help pay the bills, are just some of the initiatives. But I have been asked what that means for Yerrabi. In this short Op Ed, I have a look at some of these in focus. More to follow!

How to Involve Communities in City Beautification Projects #CommunityEngagement #CityBeautification #UrbanRenewal #PublicArt #Volunteerism #LocalPride #NeighborhoodProjects #GreenSpaces #CivicParticipation #SustainableCities

Did you know that adding Supportive Employment services to the continuum of care for individuals recovering from the effects of homelessness can increase their chance for a successful recovery by 7 times? Today, I’m attending a session of the Supportive Employment Council, where we are addressing challenges related to funding Supported Employment services. Central City Concern is dedicated to helping more individuals find life-changing employment opportunities. #SupportiveEmployment #HomelessnessRecovery #CentralCityConcern

Government publishes full details of Renters’ Rights Bill. The newly unveiled Renters’ Rights Bill by the government fulfils Labour's pledge to enhance the private renting experience, primarily by abolishing Section 21 evictions. The legislation seeks to strengthen the rental system for the 11 million private renters and 2.3 million landlords in England, aiming to provide enhanced security and stability for renters, allowing them to maintain longer tenancies, foster community ties, and reduce the risk of homelessness. The article is quite long and goes into some detail but is essential reading if you are a landlord or a tenant. #rentalmarket #reform #landlord #tenant https://lnkd.in/e7wWMBx4

Where do we file a complaint for this injustice? 🤷♂️ #justforfun #opentowork #corporatereality #fun #HRcommunity #SundayScam #RepublicDay2025 #HolidayGoneWrong #RepublicDay2025 #SundayBlues #ChhuttiCancelled #HolidayMoodGone #JustForLaughs"#LongWeekendDreams #OfficeHumor #WhyThisKolaveri"

Small towns desperate for workers According to The Wall Street Journal, small towns in the United States are finding it challenging to attract and afford qualified staff for public sector positions as younger workers are avoiding these jobs. According to federal data, public-sector workers in rural areas are often older, posing a challenge as baby boomers retire. Small-town officials need help finding the right staff and offering competitive salaries. This has led to some disbanding of local services, pulling workers into multiple roles, or rehiring retired employees.