This year marks a significant milestone for Clarion Housing Group: 125 years of building homes, supporting communities, and making a lasting impact.
As part of our anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to launch Local Lives: A Clarion podcast. This new series brings you real stories from the heart of our communities.
Real life. Real stories. Real impact.
Local Lives is hosted by Mihalis and Meg, who sit down each week with residents, community leaders and frontline staff to discuss the challenges, triumphs and everyday moments that shape our neighbourhoods. From grassroots projects to personal journeys, the podcast offers candid conversations that highlight the power of community.
Episode 1: Building community from the ground up with Kate and Gavin
In our first episode, we speak with Kate, a Clarion resident who secured funding from Clarion Futures to bring her community project to life, and Gavin, a communities manager, about what it takes to create lasting change in the places we live.
You can listen to Local Lives on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. New episodes will be added to this page regularly, so stay tuned for more inspiring stories.
More ways we’re celebrating 125 years
Our 125th anniversary isn’t just about looking back. It’s about building a better future together. Here’s how we’re marking this special year:
William Sutton Prize scholarships
We launched our first-ever scholarship award to support students from low-income households and social housing backgrounds pursuing degrees in architecture and sustainability.
Resident Hero Awards
Know someone making a real difference? Nominate them now for the Resident Hero Awards, recognising residents who go the extra mile to bring people together, support others and inspire change in their community.
Making a Difference Fund
Offering grants to support organisations delivering creative projects that strengthen communities and bring people together. Applications open 21 May.
Filmmaking programme
Gave young creatives the chance to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience in filmmaking, with powerful stories and fresh perspectives brought to life through the programme.
To learn more about these initiatives and how you can get involved, visit our dedicated anniversary website.
Celebrate. Share. Connect.
Stay connected with us as we continue to celebrate this milestone year. Share your stories, take part in events and be part of the journey as we look forward to the next 125 years of making a difference.