Forth's AGM focuses on positive wellbeing outcomes
This meeting provided an opportunity for Forth’s members, staff and tenants to hear how Forth have been performing over the last year and to receive the latest set of annual accounts.
Forth extended a warm welcome to its members at its 35th AGM at STEP, Stirling Enterprise Park, Stirling on 14 September. 
Attendees also heard from the Chair Ann Dickson, about the positive outcome of the Strategic Option Appraisal which showed Forth to be financially viable as a standalone registered social landlord and that they are a high performing, responsive and locally accountable organisation.
Forth continue building a strong track record in good governance and accountability however like all other RSLs, it understands there are wider economic challenges facing the sector and look to continue to progress improvements in governance and services to their customers in light of these challenges.
As Forth continues with its 'tenant first' focus and delivering on positive wellbeing outcomes for its people, it was delighted to welcome Dr Vikki McCall, Professor of Social Policy at the University of Stirling and the Principal Investigator on the on the Intersectional Stigma of Place-based Ageing project. Dr McCall delivered an excellent presentation on the ISPA study which will explore how the stigma attached to where people live can intersect with experiences of disability and ageing.
Forth is now seeking to add their support to delivering positive outcomes along with the other partners in the Inclusive Living Alliance which includes Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI), Foundations, Public Health Scotland, Link Housing Association, Horizon Housing Association, Stonewater Housing Association, Springfield Properties plc, Care & Repair Scotland, Care & Repair Cymru, Motionspot, Artlink Central and the Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD).
The meeting also considered the election of Committee Members for the coming year. Forth welcomed three new members join their Management Committee: Abira Sarwar, Callum Wynd and Kirsty Morrison all of whom come with a wealth of housing experience. Forth also bid farewell to two of its tenant members Lynn Lavery and Lynore MacLeod bringing our committee membership to 12 out of the possible 15 positions.
Want to in get involved?
Forth is recruiting for new Management Committee members and is keen to ensure that its Management Committee is made up of people reflecting the diversity of local communities and has a good mix of skills and experience. It is particularly interested in attracting interest from its tenants. If you are interested and have skills in finance, please contact Sharon Brady-Wardrope, Interim Director on Tel 01786 446066, or e mail sharon.bradywardrope@forhha.org.uk
For further information on Forth Housing Association, please visit www.forthha.org.uk