The Strategic Independent Advisory Group (also known as SIAG) has a key role at Your Homes Newcastle. Members of the group provide an independent voice to help YHN in appraising our approach to equalities and diversity, especially at a strategic level on all new and significantly changed policies, procedures, housing services and functions.

Membership of the SIAG is based on an individual's experience and knowledge of a wide range of diversity issues and not necessarily on the basis of being a formal representative of a particular community group.

The SIAG consists of people who reflect the diversity of the Newcastle area. Membership of the Strategic Independent Advisory Group is on a voluntary basis. We are sorry to advise that tenants of YHN are unable to apply for membership.

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The role of SIAG

The role of SIAG members is to appraise YHN's approach to equality, diversity and community cohesion by advising at a strategic level on policies, procedures and practices.  YHN aims for the SIAG to involve and include all sections of the community, who meet our requirements, who have specific knowledge, abilities or awareness of issues affecting those communities.  Our intention is to provide a fair and equitable delivery of services to all.

The SIAG gives members the chance to make positive contribution to the development of housing and support services at YHN within advisory and consultation processes. It is a unique opportunity to ensure that community issues and needs are addressed and that trust and confidence continues to be built between YHN and the community.

Dates of meetings

• 12 September 2011
• 10 October 2011
• 21 November 2011

SIAG is recruiting

The group is looking for new members - if you’re committed to equality and diversity and you’re not afraid of making difficult decisions, why not give it a go?

For any further information regarding the Strategic Independent Advisory Group or becoming a member, please contact Simone Doyle,  Diversity Manager on 0191 278 4390.

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