CIH events and webinars invite housing professionals together to explore key challenges, celebrate success, and shape the future of the sector.
From practical housing management sessions to high-level policy discussions, our events are designed to inform, connect, and inspire. We care about what our members want so our event content is tailored to cover the most pressing issues in the sector.
- Gain valuable insights from sector leaders and practitioners
- Build your professional network and share best practice
- Find inspiration and new ideas to take back to your organisation.
CIH members enjoy free access to all our live webinars and selected events, plus an exclusive on-demand library of past recordings.
Membership gives you access to career development tools, professional recognition, and expert housing knowledge — all designed to help grow your career.
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Popular events next month
See a snapshot of the latest CIH events and webinars. For a full calendar and more details, scroll down or explore by topic or region below.
In-person events
Our in-person events bring housing professionals together to learn, share and innovate.
From workshops and seminars to our flagship Housing Community Summit, you’ll:
- Deepen your understanding of current policy and practice
- Collaborate with peers to develop new solutions
- Build relationships that support your ongoing professional growth
Our annual conferences
We deliver a series of conferences that unite housing professionals, leaders, and policymakers from across the sector. CIH members get free/discounted entry and have the chance to connect with our brilliant network of housing professionals and leaders.
Join expert speakers, take part in interactive sessions, and leave with practical insights to apply directly in your organisation.
- Date: 4 November 2025
- Location: Dublin
The All-Ireland Summit brings together housing professionals from across Ireland and Northern Ireland to collaborate, share insight, and shape the future of the housing sector.
The varied programme features keynote sessions, policy updates, and discussions on both immediate and long-term issues. Exclusive to CIH members and CPD-accredited, the Summit is a key date in the housing calendar — helping members stay informed, inspired, and equipped to lead positive change.
- Date: 25 November 2025
- Location: Scotland
The Big Conversation is the must-attend event for emerging housing professionals in Scotland — designed to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation working in the sector.
Through thought-provoking discussions, practical learning, and collaborative activities, attendees gain new perspectives and build confidence in their roles. It’s an essential date for anyone looking to develop their career in Scottish housing.
- Date: 3 March 2026
- Location: Scotland
Scotland’s Housing Festival celebrates good practice and innovation across the housing sector.
Taking place just weeks before the next election, the event offers insight from leading speakers on housing policy and strategy in Scotland, alongside practical sessions to support your everyday work. The packed programme includes opportunities to engage in high-level debate and connect with influential professionals.
- Date: 17 March 2026
- Location: North
The Northern Housing Festival brings together professionals from across the North to share innovation and best practice.
You’ll collaborate with peers, challenge your thinking, and discover new approaches to tackling key sector challenges — all while building your professional skills and expanding your network.
- Date: 27-28 April 2026
- Location: Wales
TAI brings together providers, practitioners, sector colleagues, and government leaders to explore innovative solutions to today’s housing challenges in Wales.
Take part in delegate-led sessions, engage with expert speakers, and share experiences with peers — leaving with up-to-date knowledge and practical tools to apply in your role.
- Date: TBC
- Location: South West England
The South West Conference brings together housing professionals from across the region to tackle local challenges and share practical solutions.
You’ll gain insight, network with peers, and earn CPD hours while helping to shape the future of housing in the South West.
The Housing Community Summit
Every year we bring together the social housing sector’s biggest stakeholders, most influential politicians, and housing leaders and practitioners from across the country to debate and shape the future of social housing at this conference.
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Our webinars and virtual events
Stay informed and connected through our live and on-demand webinars. You'll be joining other housing professionals and building your knowledge together — all from the comfort of your desk.
Learn from housing experts, discover real-world case studies, and join discussions that shape the future of housing policy and practice.
Our Housing Awards
The CIH housing awards celebrate excellence across the sector — recognising individuals, teams, and organisations driving positive change.
Through regional and national ceremonies, we highlight innovation, leadership, and professional standards in housing.
- Date: 14 November 2025
- Location: Glasgow
The Scotland Housing Awards recognise the creativity, passion and innovation of housing organisations and individuals across the sector in Scotland.
View our previous Good Practice Compendiums of past entries and winners.
- Date: 27 November 2025
- Location: Cardiff
The Welsh Housing Awards recognise the creativity, passion and innovation of housing organisations and individuals across the sector in Wales.
View our previous Good Practice Compendiums of past entries and winners.
- Date: 20 March 2026
- Location: Belfast
The All-Ireland Housing Awards recognise the creativity, passion and innovation of housing organisations and individuals across the sector in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
View our previous Good Practice Compendiums of past entries and winners.
Sponsorship and exhibitions opportunities
Partner with CIH to raise your organisation’s profile among housing professionals.
Whether sponsoring a conference, hosting an exhibition stand, or supporting an awards ceremony, you’ll reach a highly engaged audience and strengthen your position as a sector leader.
Interested in speaking at an event?
Please get in touch with the content and production team at events@cih.org. It's a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and to connect with others in the housing sector.
Please outline the following in your proposal:
- Content: What do you hope to cover?
- Format: How do you want to communicate your message
- Speakers: Who will deliver your session at the conference
- Takeaways: What do you want delegates to take away?
We endeavour to respond to all enquiries, so please bear with us as we give each submission thorough consideration.
