European Network of Housing Research (ENHR)

The European Network for Housing Research (ENHR) is a leading organization established in 1988 to connect individuals and institutions engaged in housing research across Europe and beyond. Its network encompasses almost every European country and includes members from non-European nations as well, consisting of both early-career and experienced researchers, as well as housing sector specialists. ENHR provides a collaborative platform for discussing research approaches, sharing outcomes, and comparing housing policies throughout Europe. It fosters academic exchange through its more than twenty-five active working groups, each focusing on specific themes within housing and urban studies, such as welfare policy, collaborative housing, and governance. These interdisciplinary groups meet regularly and organize workshops—especially during the network’s annual conferences, which rotate among different European cities to highlight diverse local housing contexts. Alongside established researchers, ENHR is dedicated to supporting new scholars through initiatives like the New Housing Researchers Colloquium, which offers PhD candidates opportunities for networking, presenting their work, and receiving expert feedback. Membership benefits include discounts on ENHR and Urban Affairs Association conferences, and access to a broad network for research collaboration and publication opportunities. ENHR operates with a commitment to inclusivity, equal respect, and sustainability, promoting democratic values and responsible conduct among its members while actively contributing to housing research and policy development across the continent.