Don’t miss NHC’s Solutions for Housing Communications convening
In less than four weeks, housing communicators from across the country will gather in Washington, D.C. for NHC’s Solutions for Housing Communications to align messaging, amplify impact, and help shape housing policy debates unfolding in the nation’s capital and beyond. As a growing shortage of affordable homes continues to strain families and communities nationwide, the need for clear, compelling housing narratives has never been greater.
Taking place April 8 at the National Press Club, this one-of-a-kind event is the only national convening dedicated to housing communications. The full-day program will bring together housing experts, thought leaders, policymakers, and journalists to explore proven and emerging strategies for strengthening housing narratives and increasing public understanding of the importance of affordable housing in communities nationwide.
Panel discussions will spotlight strategies for clearly communicating complex and technical housing issues, working effectively with housing reporters, and understanding how technology and AI are reshaping public discourse. Sessions will also highlight the power of intergenerational storytelling, best practices for communicating before, during, and after natural disasters, and practical tools to help participants engage confidently across media platforms. Featured panels and experts include:
- Inside the Newsroom: What Housing Reporters Need Now with Rachel Siegel, Reporter at The Washington Post; Katy O’Donnell, Reporter at Bloomberg News; Nicole Friedman, Reporter at The Wall Street Journal; and Victoria Guida, Economics Correspondent at POLITICO.
- From Technical to Tangible: Communicating Complex Housing Issues with Michael Butchko, Vice President of Business Intelligence at NeighborWorks® America; Julian Glover, Senior Advisor for Communications, Marketing, and Education at National Fair Housing Alliance; Tobias Peter, Senior Fellow and Codirector of the AEI Housing Center at American Enterprise Institute; Zoé Valentín, Media Relations Manager at UnidosUS; and Caitlin Vannoy, Director, Legal Advocacy at the National Association of REALTORS®.
- Technology and the Future of Housing Narratives with Marisa Calderon, President and CEO of Prosperity Now; Joslyn Hatfield-Eng, VP of Digital Engagement at the National Multifamily Housing Council; Sipho Simela, Founder and CEO of Matrix Rental Solutions; and Tim Rood, Founder and CEO of Impact Capitol.
- One Housing Story, Many Generations: Communicating Stability, Affordability, and Policy Impact with Rodney Harrell, Vice President of Family, Home and Community at AARP; Makada Henry Nickie, Executive Director at JPMorganChase Institute; Jeremy Potter, Founder of Next Belt Strategies; and Kate Rodgers, Chair and Policy Director of the Student HOMES Coalition.
- Communicating with Confidence in Today’s Media Landscape will equip communications professionals with practical strategies for engaging effectively on public platforms. Drawing on real-world experience from leadership roles in journalism and strategic communications, the session will explore how to craft compelling messages, navigate interviews with confidence, and stay on message under pressure. Attendees will gain practical tools for communicating clearly and credibly across today’s fast-moving media environment.
NHC members receive discounted registration rates—$200 for in-person and $150 for virtual participation. NHC is also pleased to offer discounted registration for government employees with a .gov email address and complimentary registration to members of the media. Eligible participants should contact kbeigay@nhc.org to register.
For organizations looking to deepen their engagement and elevate their visibility, sponsorship offers an opportunity to play a more active role in shaping the conversation. Elevate your organization’s profile and support the future of housing by sponsoring NHC’s Solutions for Housing Communications convening. We offer sponsorship levels tailored to fit every organization’s needs, starting at $1,000. Click here to learn more.
Whether you’re shaping narratives, influencing policy, or engaging the media, this convening offers practical insights and valuable connections to strengthen housing advocacy through effective communications. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of affordable housing. Seating is limited—register today.