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Solutions for Housing Communications
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT
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On April 8, 2026, the National Housing Conference convened housing communications leaders from across the country for Solutions for Housing Communications, hosted at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
This one-of-a-kind event is the only national convening dedicated exclusively to housing communications, bringing together housing experts, thought leaders, policymakers, and journalists for a full day of dynamic discussions. Attendees explored proven and emerging communications and messaging strategies to elevate public understanding of the importance of affordable housing both nationally and within local communities.
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AGENDA
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM |
Registration and Breakfast |
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM |
Welcome Remarks
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9:15 – 9:45 AM |
Fireside Chat
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9:45 AM – 10:45 AM |
“From Technical to Tangible: Communicating Complex Housing Issues”Moderator:
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10:45 AM – 11:00 AM |
Break |
11:00 – NOON |
“Inside the Newsroom: What Housing Reporters Need Now”Moderator:
Panelists:
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NOON – 12:45 PM |
Lunch |
12:45 PM – 1:00 PM |
Keynote Address
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1:00 PM – 1:20 PM |
General Session |
1:20 PM – 1:30 PM |
BREAK |
1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
“Technology and the Future of Housing Narratives”Moderator:
Panelists:
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2:20 PM – 3:10 PM |
“One Housing Story, Many Generations: Communicating Stability, Affordability, and Policy Impact”Moderator:
Panelists:
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3:10 PM – 3:20 PM |
BREAK |
3:20 PM – 4:10 PM |
“Communicating Before, During, and After a Natural Disaster”Moderator:
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4:10 PM – 4:55 PM |
“Communicating with Confidence in Today’s Media Landscape”
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4:55 PM – 5:00 PM |
Closing Remarks |
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Networking Reception |
