PLACED have confirmed its involvement with The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 21-23 May in Leeds.

PLACED specialises in place education and engagement, focusing on developing knowledge and community insights related to the built environment. The company believes that everyone is an expert in the places they inhabit and aims to foster collaboration and diversity in discussions about the built environment. PLACED supports under-represented voices and engages with a diverse range of people to create opportunities for meaningful conversations. The company works with various stakeholders, including design practices, developers, housing associations,local authorities, schools, colleges and universities in addition to collaborating with sponsors and partners to fund their award winning education programme, the PLACED Academy.

The partnership between UKREiiF and PLACED reflects UKREiiF’s steadfast dedication to promoting diversity and inclusivity. Through this collaboration, UKREiiF aligns with PLACED in fostering an inclusive industry. This partnership signifies a joint commitment to creating an environment where diverse voices and perspectives are not just recognised but warmly welcomed and respected. Together, UKREiiF and PLACED are driving a cultural shift, ensuring that inclusivity goes beyond being a mere buzzword and becomes a vibrant, celebrated reality in the industry.

Speaking of their involvement, Jo Harrop, PLACED Director said “As a third sector company actively working to deliver positive change through inclusive engagement, education and collaboration, we’re excited to bring our experiences and insights to UKREiiF. We firmly believe that we can only tackle the challenges facing industry, from the climate emergency to the skills gap, delivering meaningful social value to rejuvenating high streets, through the private, third, and public sectors working together more effectively. Alongside decision makers, it is critical that to achieve equitable change, communities are empowered to be part of the conversation, representational voices are listened to, and that there is greater diversity in the sector. We’re thrilled to attend UKREiiF along with some of our PLACED Academy Alumni, and look forward to sharing our experiences, learning from others, and making the most of the opportunity to collaborate that UKREiiF presents.”

Nathan Spencer, Director at UKREiiF, said: “We’re thrilled to announce that PLACED will be joining us at the third annual UKREiiF event. Their commitment to place education and engagement aligns seamlessly with our mission to foster diversity and inclusivity within the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Through this partnership, we aim to create a dynamic space where a variety of voices can contribute to shaping the future of our built environment. PLACED’s focus on collaboration and their dedication to amplifying under-represented voices resonate with our values, and together, we aspire to drive positive change in the industry. We look forward to a successful collaboration and meaningful conversations at our UKREiiF event in Leeds.”

Led by the UK’s leading property events company Built Environment Networking and supported by some of the biggest UK property and infrastructure companies, the third annual UKREiiF event will be held in Leeds on 21-23 May 2024. The forum will attract inward investment, generate economic growth, and drive a more sustainable and inclusive culture within the property and construction industries.

For more information, please view the event here: https://www.ukreiif.com/