How can the new European Parliament and Commission lead the way out of the housing crisis?

The event titled "How can the new European Parliament and Commission lead the way out of the housing crisis?" focuses on addressing the urgent issue of affordable housing in Europe. With rising costs and rents exacerbated by the pandemic, it aims to explore how the new leadership can effectively tackle this crisis. Key topics include the proposal for a comprehensive European Affordable Housing Plan and the historic appointment of the first EU Commissioner for Housing, Dan Jørgensen. The discussions will also cover the revision of state aid rules to encourage investments in affordable housing, while advocating for housing to be recognized as a fundamental social right. The event seeks to bring together various stakeholders to brainstorm and propose concrete solutions, highlighting the need for targeted investment, improved regulations, and the promotion of sustainable homes to alleviate the housing challenges faced by many Europeans.