Housing essentials for equitable cities
The housing affordability crisis is often felt on a personal level. But it’s also threatening the health of Sydney’s communities. Hospital, emergency, welfare support and other essential workers increasingly cannot afford to live in the places they support. What does this mean for our society?
Sydney’s housing crisis is manifesting in workplace pressure for our most essential workers. Some are forced to leave their jobs, as inner city living becomes too costly. In this talk, planning expert Dr Catherine Gilbert explains what an equitable city looks like, through the prism of workforce housing. Come along to understand how this impacts you and your community.
Bio
Dr Catherine Gilbert is a lecturer in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning at the University of Sydney. Originally from Canada, Catherine has worked with local governments across the UK on affordable housing planning. Her research examines the consequences of the urban housing affordability crisis and the role policy interventions - particularly those through the planning system - play in mediating access to housing for low- and moderate-income households. Catherine regularly collaborates with community and industry organisations.
Event
Thursday 3 April, 7:30 – 8:15 PM @Wayward Brewing Co, 1 Gehrig Lane, Camperdown, NSW 2050
The other talk at this location is From crisis to conservation: nature’s call to protect our biodiversity at 6:15 – 7:00 PM
Fresh craft beer, brewed for adventure in Sydney's Inner West.
