SAVE THE DATE! - February 15th 1pm- 2:30pm:

Put Faith in Housing: The Link between Strong Congregations and Well-Housed Communities

Description:
Join a welcoming community of faith leaders, housing advocates, and policymakers as we shine a light on how the Faith-Based Affordable Housing Act can uplift our most vulnerable neighbors. Through engaging stories, heartfelt discussions, and practical guidance, we’ll explore how congregations and communities can work hand-in-hand to address housing insecurity. By highlighting the Act’s key components and sharing real-life successes, this interactive forum invites everyone—from clergy to community members—to discover their role in advancing more compassionate, inclusive housing solutions. Come ready to connect, learn, and leave inspired to build a future where every family has a safe place to call home.

Sponsors - AM Cunningham, NYS Council of Churches, Housing Solutions of NY, Open New York, Trinity Church NYC

Location - Anteroom, Hilton Albany

Moderator - Dr. Xellex Rivera, Housing Solutions of NY

Participants - Rashida Tyler (New York Council of Churches), Faith Leaders from Upstate and Downstate, Faith Housing Development Expert, and Directly Impacted Individuals

Audience - Faith Leaders, Housing Professionals, Legislators/Staff

Schedule

1:00–1:45 PM | Open Reception Networking, refreshments, and informal conversation
1:45–1:50 PM | Video Screening Short advocacy video on the importance of the housing bill (AV equipment provided)
1:50–1:55 PM | Introduction Assemblymember Brian Cunningham introduces the panel and highlights the event’s purpose
1:55–2:30 PM | Panel Discussion