Mayor Vi Lyles | City of Charlotte website
Mayor Vi Lyles | City of Charlotte website
The City of Charlotte, North Carolina, is set to host the Faith and Housing Summit on May 30. The event aims to bring together faith leaders, city officials, community services agencies, and affordable housing practitioners to discuss potential partnerships that could enhance affordable housing options for residents of Charlotte.
The summit will take place at the Charlotte Convention Center from 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore various strategies for supporting affordable housing and learn from experts on how to turn their ideas into reality. Key topics include utilizing faith-owned land for affordable housing development, financial strategies for faith communities to support housing initiatives, and transforming underutilized spaces into vibrant community assets.
"Our city's strength lies in its diversity and inclusivity, and that starts with ensuring everyone has a place to call home," said Mayor Vi Lyles. "I'm calling on our community to join us at the Faith and Housing Summit. Your voices are crucial in shaping the solutions we need to tackle this pressing issue together and build a future where every resident has access to safe, affordable housing."
Attendees will also gain insights from real-life examples of how other faith communities have collaborated with housing providers/developers and local government entities to build and support affordable housing and community development. The full agenda for the summit can be found on the Faith and Housing Summit webpage.
“This summit represents a unique convergence of spiritual and civic commitment to address the crucial issue of affordable housing,” said Liz Ward of Give Impact Advisory Services. “It has been incredible to see the receptivity. There is so much we can achieve when we come together for a common cause, and we're excited to see this initiative unfold.”
Those interested in joining this pivotal conversation are encouraged to register by May 22 at cltgov.me/faith. Advance registration is required.
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