Addresses housing needs for disadvantaged individuals in Italy.
Fondazione Housing Sociale (FHS) is a non-profit organization in Italy dedicated to addressing housing needs for economically and socially disadvantaged individuals. Established in 2004 by Fondazione Cariplo, FHS aims to promote and strengthen the social housing sector in Italy. FHS operates primarily as a technical-social advisor to funds investing in social housing, providing assistance with urban planning, architectural, and social aspects of projects. The organization focuses on social housing and community welfare, combining real estate management with community and service management for residents and neighborhoods. Key activities include disseminating skills through educational programs, such as the Master in Social and Collaborative Housing with Politecnico di Milano, and publishing manuals like "The Social Manager." FHS has played a pivotal role in developing social housing in Italy, including the creation of the Fondo Investimenti per l'Abitare (FIA), which has realized projects across the country. FHS works to maximize affordable housing options and coordinate with public housing policies to achieve sustainable and replicable housing welfare models. The organization targets the "grey area" of housing demanders who cannot access the free market but are ineligible for public housing. Through its comprehensive approach, FHS has become a reference point for promoting social housing initiatives and facilitating projects that provide decent residential and social contexts for disadvantaged individuals.