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SUMMARY:Affordable Housing Summit
DESCRIPTION:Why This Summit Matters\nAcross the Miami Valley\, our Matthew 25 congregations—faith communities dedicated to confronting poverty\, championing justice\, and strengthening community vitality—are uniting around one of the most pressing challenges of our time: housing insecurity. Whether you’re a longtime advocate\, a newcomer to the issue\, or simply curious about how faith can intersect with public policy\, this day‑long gathering offers a clear\, compassionate roadmap for turning concern into action.\nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nHousing Issue 101 – Amy Riegel\, Executive Director of COHHIO\, gives a clear\, data‑driven overview of the affordable‑housing crisis at local\, state\, and federal levels.\nLocal Policy Panel – Council members\, city staff\, and regional planners discuss current ordinances\, zoning reforms\, and coordination efforts.\nLunch with Local Organizations – During lunch\, partner nonprofits present brief overviews of their missions and volunteer opportunities\, followed by a “call‑to‑action” showcase where attendees learn how to contact state and federal legislators or join community action hubs.\nPanel: A Matthew 25 Church in a Housing Crisis – Faith‑based groups share how they’re mobilizing congregations to address specific facets of the housing emergency.\nLived‑Experience Panel – Cost of Poverty – People with direct experience of housing insecurity discuss the real‑world impact of rent burdens\, utility costs\, and eviction risk.\nWhat Comes Next: Visioning Session – Facilitated brainstorming to translate insights from the day into concrete next steps\, partnership ideas\, and personal commitments.\nKeynote Speech – Senator Michele Reynolds\, Chair of the Senate Committee on Housing\, shares legislative priorities and upcoming policy initiatives.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nCommunity members who want a clearer picture of the housing landscape\nFaith leaders seeking scriptural grounding for social action\nPolicy makers & staff interested in grassroots perspectives\nNonprofit professionals looking to collaborate across sectors\nAnyone curious about how to make a tangible difference—no prior expertise required\n\nHow to Get Involved \n\nRegister – Secure your spot by visiting the event page (link below).\nSpread the word – Share the invitation with friends\, family\, and colleagues.\nPrepare – Bring a notebook\, an open mind\, and a willingness to explore new ideas.\nCommit – After the summit\, choose at least one actionable step—whether it’s volunteering\, advocating for policy change\, or supporting a local housing nonprofit.
URL:https://dayton937.com/event/affordable-housing-summit
CATEGORIES:Faith / Spirtuality,Public Forums,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sugar Creek Presbyterian Church":MAILTO:aduiker@sugarcreekchurch.org
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