Do you have a Social Media Strategy? Do you Know your Tweets from your other micro blogs? Learn more about social networking websites like Twitter, Facebook and Linked-In, along with our own TenantBook (social media site for social housing providers).

With this in mind, we have developed a guide to help you build a successful Social Media strategy, to make the most out of this valuable new communications channel. Melissa Neill, Communications Consultant at the Board Development Agency (BDA) says:

"It can be quite daunting knowing what position your organisations is going to take with social networking. It is crucial that your develop a strategy for your organisation so that everyone in the organisation is clear about responding to comments. Many people in the social housing sector are afraid that having a presence on social networking sites like Twitter, feeling it may damage their reputation, but social networking can be a great way of communicating and engaging with their stakeholders and receiving valuable feedback."

At the same time, we have established the first ever social networking site exclusive to housing organisations - TenantBook, targeted at the 8 million plus people who live, work and volunteer in affordable housing.  We want people to use this site effectively to exchange ideas, thoughts and problems. Just talk, join in and get your voice heard.

If you you would like to get involved, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 0845 347 0027