A local tenants and residents association has been short-listed for an award at next month’s Tenants Information Service (TIS) Annual Excellence Awards. Tenants and Residents in Muirhouse & Friends of West Pilton (TRIM & FOWP) are finalists in the tenants and residents organisation of the year category and have been invited to attend the TIS National Excellence Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner in Glasgow on 10th June.
A spokesperson for TRIM & FoWP said: “We are, of course, ecstatic, to be a finalist but we really owe this to all of you – our tenants and residents that have supported us; together with our Councillors, MSP’s, MP’s and all the other organisations.
“We must also say a big thank you to the truly wonderful people that took the time to write a testimonial to be included as evidence with our application.
“Of course, it would be wonderful to win but, to be honest, we are cock-a-hoop to have been awarded a finalist position.”
Local politicians were among those who wrote a testimonial.
Ben Macpherson MSP for Edinburgh Northern and Leith said: “I’m absolutely delighted for all the volunteers that TRIM/FOWP have been nominated as finalists for this prestigious award. TRIM/FOWP is a remarkable organisation and I’m glad the commitment of the individuals involved is being recognised in this way.”
“TRIM and Friends of West Pilton could be a blueprint for an effective, inclusive, community led tenants/residents organisation. An exemplar of an organisation set up by local people for local people, TRIM and Friends of West Pilton campaign, organise, motivate and champion North Edinburgh.
“From recognising local success to supporting neighbours in need, from helping to tackle crime to engaging the community through social media and events, the volunteers that run TRIM and Friends of West Pilton make a significant, wide-ranging and meaningful impact on a daily basis.
“As a local politician, it’s a privilege to work with an organisation so genuinely committed to making a real difference, often in challenging circumstances.”
MSP Alex Cole Hamilton added: “TRIM and FOWP being shortlisted for this award will come as no surprise to the community, in an area which has been neglected by politicians for decades, these hardy local residents have restored a sense of pride and friendship in one of the most dynamic and resilient areas of Edinburgh.
Forth Councillor Cammy Day said: “This is fantastic news and testament to the hard work, efforts and commitment of the many local people involved in TRIM and Friends of West Pilton. I wish them all the best of luck for an award they deserve to win.”
TRIM & FoWP chairman Robert Pearson said: “It is amazing that TRIM and FoWP hard work has been recognised by becoming a finalist in the Tenants Information Service category of Tenants Group of the Year.
“Everyone involved in TRIM and FoWP works tirelessly to better the area and keep residents informed. Our very busy social media page has nearly 5,000 likes and a reach of over 60k per week. Without the dedication of the board, shop volunteers and social media admin this would not be possible!
Thank you to those who took the time to help nominate us and thanks to you the residents for engaging with us.”
Have you booked your place at the TIS Annual Conference 2017? The closing date to secure your place is fast approaching! If you haven’t yet booked, now is the time.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and join TIS, together with tenants and housing & participation professionals from across the country at the Westerwood Hotel and Resort for the TIS Annual Conference 2017: ‘Health, Wealth, and Housing’.
Greatly anticipated highlights of the event include a Ministerial Address from Housing Minister, Kevin Stewart MSP, a motivational session from Social Bite founder, Josh Littlejohn, and panel discussion chaired by health journalist and broadcaster, Pennie Taylor, as they manifest the weekend’s theme of ‘Health, Wealth and Housing’.
The TIS National Excellence Awards 2017 hosted by Glasgow born actress, Libby McArthur, will also take centre stage as landlords, tenants, residents, and community groups are recognised and honored for demonstrating a commitment to making a difference within the Scottish social housing sector as part of the Gala Dinner evening.
From Friday 9 June – Sunday 11 June, this hugely inspiring 3 day event can boast an array of meaningful workshops, interesting study tours, extensive networking opportunities, and an excellent line up of speakers. Workshop topics include:
- Housing, Health and Social Care
- Mental Health and Housing
- Social Isolation: A community response
- 50,000 New Affordable Homes: How can it be achieved?
- Involving Tenants in the Rent Consultation Process
- Digital Inclusion: Connecting communities and getting online
- Building a Better Private Rented Sector
Book your place now to experience a fantastic, feel good, weekend. Call the TIS office on 0141 248 1242, email info@tis.org.uk or complete the online booking form.
Watch the highlights from the TIS Annual Conference 2016:
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