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Housing conference with LGBT equality at its heart
Housing association tenants and customers who identify as lesbian, gay, bi and trans (LGBT) met to discuss issues relating to their housing needs, at a national conference held in Liverpool city centre. Riverside, which has its head office in Liverpool and properties across the country, hosted the event where customers from Merseyside, London and the
Read moreInternational Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

By Antoinette Turner, co-chair of Spectrum, Riverside’s lesbian, gay, bi and trans (LGBT) staff group
Read moreWhy employment and training support matters

By Nick Stephenson
Employment and training manager
Last month something happened for the first time in seven months. Unemployment increased by 21,000 to 1.7 million. We are getting so used to reading reports of more people than ever employed in the UK, that it’s a surprise to see the trend reverse.
Read moreThe Social Value of Employment Support

By Nick Stephenson Employment and training manager The social housing sector delivers a range of services designed to make a significant impact on improving health, finances and wellbeing for customers. But with the mounting pressure on housing associations to find the 1% cut in rent to tenants, set out by the government in
Read moreWhy making ‘Friends’ matters

By Roisin Rowley-Smith Communications officer While some were out spending on all things hearts and flowers this Valentine’s day, I was busy sharing the love at work. And no, I don’t have an office romance to report, but I am passionate about making Riverside an LGBT-friendly environment, so that everyone can be themselves at work.
Read moreRiverside straight ally recognised by Stonewall

Following success in retaining its place in Stonewall’s top 100 LGBT employers list, Riverside is celebrating another award from the campaigning organisation. Communications officer, Roisin Rowley-Smith, was last week awarded North West Ally of the Year, for her work to profile LGBT equality at work, at a Manchester awards event hosted by Stonewall. Abby Crawford,
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