Introduction to SHA Board Members
 
Soho Housing Association is a registered social landlord with charitable status and places great importance upon the involvement of its tenants and other local people in the running of the Association.
 
The Board makes decisions about the Association’s strategic direction, financial viability and policy. Our Board has twelve elected members and three co-opted members. The Board includes five tenants, local people interested in improving housing conditions and a range of professional expertise. All members of the Board serve in a voluntary capacity and do not get paid for their services; nor do they undertake professional work for the Association. The Board is responsible for deciding the policies of the Association and overseeing the work of the staff.
 
There are three Committees reporting to the Board - Housing Services, Finance and Audit & Standards. Due to the fact that many of our Board members work we hold all our meetings in the evening – starting at 6.30 and finishing around 9pm.
 
We hold quarterly Resident Forum meetings with representatives of our residents associations and encourage residents to discuss areas for improvement and initiatives they would like the Association to pursue.
 
 
How can I be more involved?
 
The Association is a community based organisation and places great importance on the involvement of its tenants in the running of the Association. All tenants are eligible to become members of the Housing Association. Members can stand for election to the Board at the Annual General Meeting. The Board has overall responsibility for the affairs of the Association. There are currently 15 members, including 5 tenants.
 
There are also three committees: one dealing with finances; one dealing with the management of our properties; and one dealing with audit and standards. These committees are made up of tenants, Board members, community representatives and local councillors. They advise on the Association’s policies, monitor services and take decisions on matters such as improvements, resident involvement and complaints.
 
If you are interested in joining the Board, please contact the Chair, Chief Executive or Housing Officer. The names of the Chair, Secretary and other members of the Committee are available from the Association’s office.
 
For more information on becoming involved, please refer to:
Resident Involvement .

Soho Housing Association Governance Chart.