A board has been appointed by the government which will establish the priorities for housing – providing financial support to NGOs in line with these priorities.
The government said that the board, to be chaired by Rachael Scicluna, will meet for the first time by the end of this week.
The board is meant to establish best practice and support for the NGOs that provide non-profit services – in particular housing – for vulnerable members of society, those with mental health issues, former prison inmates and those who require sheltered housing, among others.
The board was allocated funds in the last Budget to be able to provide financial help as well as space.
The Parliamentary Secretary for Social Accommodation, Roderick Galdes said: “Not all problems are solved by giving someone a house and closing the door. We are looking at housing with a more holistic slant and with these programmes are addressed social challenges for those who need specialised help.”