Housing Equality After the Senedd Election: Building the Foundations of a Fairer Wales
The 2026 Senedd elections have left us with a political landscape that is both more diverse and more fragmented than perhaps any of us anticipated. As leaders and stakeholders within the housing and equality sectors, we find ourselves at a crossroads. It is tempting to focus on the immediate shifts in the halls of power, […]
A Homelessness Bill For All
Our CEO Alicja Zalesinska spoke to WHQ to reflect on the equalities potential of the new legislation – and how it could make an even greater difference. You can find the link to subscribe for more of this content at Wales ‘ independent housing and regeneration magazine here: WHQ Subscribe. The new Homelessness and […]
Tai Pawb welcomes Homelessness and Social Allocations Bill
Tai Pawb welcomes the publication of yesterday’s Homelessness and Social Allocations Bill. From the stories in the news this week (Article – Army Veteran Waits 13 Years for Social Home), it’s clear that if we want to end homelessness, we need a more flexible system that takes account of diverse needs, whatever they are. […]
Celebrating Black Women Leaders
To round off Black History Month, we are celebrating two Black Women Leaders who work with Tai Pawb to promote equality and social justice in housing. Marilyn Bryan-Jones is one of our associates, delivering on our unconscious bias training, anti-racism training, and many more. Marilyn, we want to share your journey and your thoughts […]
#StrongerTogether: Week 3 – Housing Difficulties Of Those With Asylum Status
This is the final week of the campaign. Over three weeks, we’ve been raising awareness of housing difficulties for those seeking sanctuary. This week, Oasis Refugee Centre and Tai Pawb are sharing the stories of those who have received status, but then have to leave their properties or go into shared accommodation. This week on […]
#StrongerTogether: Week 2 – Housing Experiences of People Seeking Sanctuary
Welcome back to our campaign! Over three weeks, Oasis Refugee Centre and Tai Pawb are shining a light on a pressing issue: homelessness and poor housing conditions among sanctuary seekers in Wales. This week on the Tai Pawb, we share the housing experiences of people seeking sanctuary, and what they would change. We will also […]
#StrongerTogether: Housing Challenges and Homelessness for People Seeking Sanctuary – Week 1 – Terminology
Welcome to Our Campaign! Join Oasis Refugee Centre and Tai Pawb, as we launch a three-week journey to shine a light on a pressing issue: homelessness and poor housing conditions among sanctuary seekers in Wales. Week 1: Terminology and Awareness We kick off by delving into the terminology surrounding sanctuary seekers – asylum seekers, refugees […]
LGBTQ+ Housing Support at the London Borough of Haringey
LGBTQ+ Housing Support at the London Borough of Haringey We continue our blog series looking at LGBTQ+ homelessness services breaking barriers across the UK with a focus on how a Local Authority in London has transformed its approach to housing support. This is our final installment in the series which wouldn’t have been possible without […]
Tai Pawb Response to Welsh Government White Paper on Homelessness
Tai Pawb welcome the proposals and support the ambition in the Welsh Government White Paper to end homelessness in Wales. We were proud that our research which captured experiences of homelessness of people with protected characteristics was featured so heavily in the White Paper, influencing some of the recommendations. To be successful, it’s essential that […]
Tai Pawb Launches ‘Ready for Housing’ Framework
Tai Pawb Launches Ready for Housing Framework and Evaluation Paper on Comic Relief Funded Project In 2021, Tai Pawb embarked on a project to raise awareness among housing providers, build the capacity of refugee organisations in housing support, and increase the availability of housing for refugees and asylum seekers asked to leave Home Office accommodation. […]