Fighting social housing stigma: I am social campaign

I am social aims to tackle the stigma around social housing, by sharing stories and photos of residents talking about their lives and the things which matter to them.

Every person living in an L&Q social home has a story to tell. A first-generation university student. A devoted public services worker. An award-winning environmental champion and volunteer. A retired nurse and mother-of-three. These stories illustrate social housing’s role in helping to build a better and more equal society.

People living in social housing have aspirations, dreams and goals just like everyone else. They also face barriers, challenges and difficulties. Some may be single parents, working long hours to provide for their children. Others may be key workers, dedicating their lives to helping others. Whoever they are and whatever they do, social housing residents contribute significantly to our local communities and the national economy.

That is why we are launching our ‘I am social’ campaign. To tell their stories, amplify their voices, and tackle the stigma associated with living in social housing.

Headshot of Lorna looking at the camera smiling. Lorna had a wooly turtle neck on and and long hair. On the right of the image is text that reads: FIGHTING SOCIAL HOUSING STIGMA #iamsocial

Fighting social housing stigma: meet Lorna

Headshot of Raj looking at the camera smiling. Raj is wearing a white top and wears square glasses. On the right of the image is text that reads: FIGHTING SOCIAL HOUSING STIGMA #iamsocial

Fighting social housing stigma: meet Raj

Headshot of Yvanah looking at the camera smiling. Her hair is up in a bun and she is wearing a white top. On the right of the image is text that reads: FIGHTING SOCIAL HOUSING STIGMA #iamsocial

Fighting social housing stigma: meet Yvanah

Headshot of Dave looking at the camera smiling. Dave is wearing a dark blue beanie and grey jacket with the collar popped up. On the right of the image is text that reads: FIGHTING SOCIAL HOUSING STIGMA #iamsocial

Fighting social housing stigma: meet Dave

Headshot of Hayley looking at the camera smiling. Hayley has a bun hairstyle and grey jacket on. On the right of the image is text that reads: FIGHTING SOCIAL HOUSING STIGMA #iamsocial

Fighting social housing stigma: meet Hayley