EVENT DESCRIPTION

Join us in Detroit, Michigan as we celebrate three decades of NASLEF's impact on housing solutions, collaborative community development, and effective advocacy.

Call for Sessions:

The National Association of State & Local Equity Funds (NASLEF) is excited to announce the Call for Sessions for our 2025 Annual Conference to be held at the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit, MI, September 3-4! We invite practitioners, thought leaders, and experts in the affordable housing and community development fields to share their knowledge, insights, and innovative approaches with our community. 

At NASLEF, we recognize the transformative potential of mission driven, locally engaged housing and community development partners in building thriving communities. Our 2025 conference will focus on the critical role of building community – it’s about the people!

Session and Training Topics:
We are looking for sessions that focus on practical strategies, successful case studies, and the latest innovations in affordable housing and community development. Potential session topics include, but are not limited to: 

• Affordable Housing Financing Models
• Innovative Partnerships in Community Development 
• State and Local Policy Advocacy 
• Disaster Resilience and Affordable Housing 
• Building and Sustaining Community Power 
• Emerging Trends in Impact Investing 
• The Role of Technology in Advancing Affordable Housing 

Session and Training Formats:
We welcome a range of session formats, including: 

• Panel Discussions 
• Workshops 
• Case Study Presentations 
• Interactive Roundtables 
• Networking and Strategy Sessions 

Submission Process:
To submit a session proposal, please complete the submission form by April 25, 2025.

For more information, please contact us.

Sponsorships:

Check out our sponsorship prospectus. Build community and position your organization as a key supporter of NASLEF’s mission - thriving communities!