Resources

Placemaking: Improving services, engagement and satisfaction in estate communities

 A practical toolkit supporting community housing providers and practitioners to strengthen engagement, improve service experiences, and foster connected, inclusive, and thriving estate communities through placemaking approaches. 

Resource link coming soon

A sector-focused framework supporting evidence-informed, strengths-based and community-led practice across the community housing sector.

Resource link coming soon

A practical guide supporting the activation and effective use of communal spaces to strengthen participation, social connection, wellbeing, and community engagement within housing communities. 

 Community Development Australia is a national network and emerging centre of practice supporting community development across Australia’s community housing sector.

We bring together practitioners, housing providers, researchers, and stakeholders committed to improving outcomes for people living in community housing through participation, place-based practice, shared learning, and community-led development.

Through collaboration, evidence-informed practice, and sector leadership, CDA supports innovation, capacity building, and excellence in community development practice.

CDA CHP Network Objectives

• Address sector needs through shared learning and collaboration 
• Strengthen capacity through education, resources and advocacy 
• Champion excellence in community development practice