Don’t take our word for it…
Here’s what some of our former finalists have to say about their Next Generation experience and why they would encourage other housing professionals to enter. “Taking part in the Next Generation competition was a game changer for me. It gave me the chance to connect with so many people across the sector – from […]
Housing’s Next Generation – your chance to shine in 2025
HQN’s Housing’s Next Generation competition is back for 2025! The annual competition designed to showcase the best new talent in the social housing sector is now in its fourth year and we’re looking for a bumper crop of entries from housing associations, local authorities, ALMOS and other relevant organisations. Housing’s Next Generation is about […]
From the Chief Executive: Celebrating the next generation of housing leaders
Don’t hide your light under a bushel. We want to find – and celebrate – the next generation of leaders in housing. What do we think it takes to be a winner? HQN is looking for people that make a big impact on things that matter. Beyond that, we’re keeping an open mind. Are you […]
From ‘Am I good enough?’ to Next Generation winner
Anne Bentley, Neighbourhood Manager at Worthing Homes and the 2024 Housing’s Next Generation winner, describes how imposter syndrome led to her entering the competition. And she hasn’t looked back since. Despite growing up in social housing, I knew little about the sector, the breadth of work it involved, or the career opportunities within […]
‘Aim high and don’t be too hard on yourself’
Tom Leon-Grimes, winner of the 2022 Housing’s Next Generation competition, offers some advice for young housing professionals looking to advance their career. I started my career in the social housing sector as an apprentice at the age of 16. I worked in frontline housing and lettings before moving into data analysis, project […]