How can we create the change we want to see for future generations?

@kwajo.bsky.social sat down with Uche and Victoria to talk about how racism has affected them when trying to access social housing.

Watch the full conversation: shltr.org.uk/kfQJO

Earlier this week, we gave important evidence on a Parliamentary Inquiry into black homelessness.

We shared research from our 'My Colour Speaks Before Me' report, while Peer Researcher Uche shared her powerful lived experience.

Our voices are clear: we need a fairer housing system.

Something very special happened… 🥹

@alisonhammond.bsky.social sat down with Alicia & her son Aeon to share their story of spending Christmas in temporary accommodation.

So long, Section 21. It hasn’t been a blast.💥

From 1 May 2026, renters can finally say goodbye to unfair evictions as the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force.

#RentersRightsAct

Every 12 minutes, a family in England loses their home.

Shelter’s advisers are there to help those in temporary accommodation fight for a safe home.

💌 Donate today: england.shelter.org.uk/donate 🎄❤️

The Renters' Rights Act finally has Royal Assent! Watch our video to find out what it will mean for private tenants.

Every 12 minutes, a family in England becomes homeless. And for families stuck in temporary accommodation, life feels like it's on hold.

This winter, Shelter’s advisers are there to answer every urgent call, giving someone to turn to and helping families fight for a safe home.

‘It was hidden, like swept under the carpet.'

In this short teaser video, housing campaigner @kwajo.bsky.social sat down for an honest conversation with Uche and Victoria about the extra barriers faced by Black people when trying to access a social home.

Shelly the snail began her slow but steady journey from Shell-ter HQ in East London, heading to the Housing Minister’s constituency in Greenwich, South London.

To deliver your postcards, asking the govt to speed up the Renters' Rights Bill.

The arrival of the bill is moving slower than Shelly🐌

The housing emergency you see is only part of the story.

Research shows that hidden racism in social housing is making it harder for Black households to access a social home.

We all benefit from a fairer housing system – one that treats everyone with respect: shltr.org.uk/SfQyp

Everyone should be treated with respect when trying to access social housing – but Black people are more likely to be affected.

This form of systemic racism is often hidden below the surface and embedded within the housing system.