Promoting health through housing improvements, education and advocacy: Lessons from staff involved in Wellington's Healthy Housing Initiative.

Efforts to improve health outcomes through housing interventions should be supported by funding and regulatory initiatives that encourage property owners to implement recommended interventions. SO WHAT?: This program represents an encouraging step towards health promotion through housing interventions and education. However, the initiative cannot fully counter structural challenges such as poor quality housing, and lack of housing and energy affordability. This study highlights the potential for a holistic approach to health promotion in housing, which integrates health initiatives with advocacy for regulatory support.