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This summer, Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has brought residents, colleagues, partners and community organisations together through a programme of events across Bradford and Keighley. From its annual Summer Mela to neighbourhood cohesion days, the events have created opportunities for residents to meet neighbours, enjoy activities and connect with local organisations. At the Summer Mela at Manningham Sports Centre, families enjoyed music, food, games, face painting, he

Tuntum once again supported Nottingham Carnival as a proud sponsor, bringing together residents, families, community organisations, performers and volunteers from Nottingham and beyond. This year marked 27 years of Tuntum supporting the Carnival. The organisation continues to work alongside Richard Renwick MBE, former CEO of Tuntum Housing Association, and Nottingham Carnival Community Interest Company to celebrate Black heritage and culture in the city. Tuntum’s Chief Execut

In July, Tuntum brought colleagues together for its Annual Staff Conference at Nottingham Contemporary. The theme, “Our Story, Our Strength, Our Future”, reflected Tuntum’s history, its people and its plans for the years ahead. Chief Executive Charmaine Simei opened and closed the conference, sharing reflections on Tuntum’s journey, values and work with customers and communities. Barrington Billings, Tuntum’s Director of Operations and Chair of BME National, led a session exp

Communities that Work and BME National have launched a new Joint Board-Level Steering Group to strengthen collaboration between the housing, employment and skills sectors and address the inequalities experience by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities across the UK. Social housing providers play a vital role in developing skills, improving financial resilience and supporting residents into long-term, sustainable employment. This includes through the use of place-