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SUMMARY:Small Town & Rural Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the stunning Crystal Mountain from June 1–3\, 2026\, for the premier statewide event dedicated to empowering Michigan’s rural communities. This conference remains the cornerstone for practitioners and advocates committed to strengthening the heart of our state and building a vibrant future. \nConference Highlights \n\nConsumers Energy “Put Your Town on the Map” Pitch Competition: Kick off the conference Monday afternoon by witnessing innovative ideas and community-driven projects compete for funding.\nTargeted Learning Tracks: Dive into specialized sessions covering Housing Solutions\, Infrastructure & Energy\, and Economic Resiliency.\nInnovative Strategies: Explore forward-thinking topics such as leveraging Data & AI for Rural Success\, securing Congressional Directed Spending\, and implementing Food Waste Solutions.\nNetworking & Site Visits: Connect with peers during the Monday evening reception at Iron Fish Distillery and multiple plenary networking meals.\nWednesday Final Sessions: Wrap up the experience on Wednesday morning with focused blocks on International Talent Retention and Community Economic Transition.\n\nRegistration opens on March 16.
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/small-town-rural-development-conference/
LOCATION:Crystal Mountain Resort\, 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr.\, Thompsonville\, MI\, 49683\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="CEDAM | Community Economic Development Association of Michigan | Jessica AcMoody":MAILTO:acmoody@cedamichigan.org
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SUMMARY:RHP Housing Summit
DESCRIPTION:This Housing Summit will focus on learning more about gap financing tools\, shared equity housing models\, and the State Housing Plan 2.0! \nWe will start the day with David DeVelder a Senior Leader at IFF. IFF is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides loans\, consulting\, and development support to mission-driven nonprofits throughout the Midwest. David has a plethora of experience working with non-profits to find housing solutions. \nWe will also have the privilege to welcome Jeff Washburne Partner with Burlington Associates who is working with or has worked with over 50 community land trusts nationally. He has a depth and breadth of experience in the field with a notable 20+ years at the City of Lakes Community Land Trust where he assisted over 490 low-income homeowners with over 375 homes in the trust. It is now the 3rd largest CLT nationally. Jeff will be breaking down all the ways to create shared equity in housing to create achievable workforce housing opportunities in our communities. The presentation will cover CLTs\, deed restrictions\, cooperative models and more. \nWe are thrilled to be helping the State with the launch of the Statewide Housing Plan 2.0! We will hear from Megan Spitz\, Office of Housing Strategies Manager at MSHDA and the state consultant ICF. We will get updates on the process and engagement plans\, as well as opportunities to participate and give feedback on changes. Come to get engaged and ensure Region J’s voice is represented in the State’s plan! \nYou can come for all or part of the day. \n* We will be giving away a FREE MAP Housing Zoning Assessment for 2 lucky municipalities who attend the meeting in-person. \nRequirements include a municipal staff contact. Client contacts will be responsible for: an initial one-hour conversation with MAP about housing\, and receiving the assessment on behalf of the community. \nAgenda: \n9:30-10:00: Welcome and RHP updates \n10:00-10:30: IFF with David DeVelder \n10:30- 12:00: Shared Equity Models with Jeff Washburne \n12:00-1:30: Taco Bar Lunch \n1:30-3:30: State Housing Plan 2.0 with MSHDA and ICF
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/rhp-housing-summit/
LOCATION:Van Buren Conference Center\, 490 S Paw Paw St.\, Lawrence\, Michigan\, 49064\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fair Housing and the Violence Against Women Act
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has the right to live free from discrimination and to feel safe in their home. The Violence Against Women Act\, or VAWA\, was written with this in mind. This training will examine the history of VAWA and discuss the expanded fair housing protections offered to those protected under VAWA. Additionally\, we will explore other programs that may offer benefits to those most affected by VAWA\, such as SNAP and WIC. \nThis is a remote event hosted on Zoom by the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan. \nRegister Here
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/fair-housing-and-the-violence-against-women-act/
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SUMMARY:Disability and Race Discrimination
DESCRIPTION:Addressing race-based discrimination has been the driving force behind the beginnings of Fair Housing. Disability is consistently the most cited protected class in fair housing complaints. This training will cover these two topics in depth\, including the historical underpinnings of Race and Disability as protected classes as well as how they shape fair housing today. \nThis is a remote event hosted on Zoom by the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan. \nRegister Here
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/disability-and-race-discrimination/
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SUMMARY:Real Estate Development Rural Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Rural Boot Camp | Gaylord | September 14–18\, 2026 \nBoot Camp Overview\nCEDAM’s Real Estate Development Boot Camp is a multi-part training program designed to give you the tools needed to develop affordable housing in your community. From rising construction costs to new funding sources\, our training curriculum is updated each year to provide context around the current real estate development landscape in Michigan. We bring in experienced speakers from across the state and country to discuss practical applications of this work and help you create important connections. \nWe welcome anyone to register for this training who is interested in understanding the development process; however\, the training curriculum is geared toward helping participants move their community-focused real estate development projects forward. We encourage all participants to bring a potential project (whether it be a potential site or building\, or even just an idea) to the training. \nOur target audience is: \n\nCommunity members who are interested in revitalizing their community through small-scale development projects\nNonprofit housing development staff who may be seeking to actualize a range of housing and community development projects utilizing LIHTC or other sources\n\nOur secondary target audience is: \n\nCity staff officials\, community partners\, foundations\, or others who may be involved in the development process in some capacity\n\nWhether you are new to the field or need a refresher on the basics\, this training is for you! Those who join the training and do not have a potential project will have the opportunity to collaborate with those who do when we apply our learning through a final project pitch to funders. \nThis is a fast-paced\, hands-on training program. Because capacity is limited for the training and demand is high\, registrants must commit to being active participants and be available to attend all of part 1 and part 2 (one track only) dates. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Sandy Pearson\, CEDAM’s real estate development manager. \nRegister Here
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/real-estate-development-rural-boot-camp/
ORGANIZER;CN="CEDAM | Community Economic Development Association of Michigan | Sandy Pearson":MAILTO:pearson@cedamichigan.org
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SUMMARY:Full Use\, Full Enjoyment: a Reasonable Accommodation Practicum
DESCRIPTION:This training will cover general information regarding Reasonable Accommodations and Reasonable Modifications. Importantly\, this training will also include a step-by-step walkthrough of what to expect at each phase of RA/RM requests\, and best practices for appealing RA/RM denials (geared toward professionals) \nThis is a remote event hosted on Zoom by the Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan. \nRegister Here
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/full-use-full-enjoyment-a-reasonable-accommodation-practicum/
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SUMMARY:The Midwest CLT Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Midwest CLT Conference brings together leaders\, innovators\, and advocates from across the region to advance the mission of community land trusts (CLTs). This dynamic event offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas\, share best practices\, and explore solutions for creating and preserving permanently affordable housing. \nWhether you’re a seasoned CLT professional\, a nonprofit developer\, or a new organization exploring the CLT model\, this conference will equip you with actionable insights and connections to drive meaningful impact. With engaging workshops\, inspiring keynote speakers\, and networking opportunities\, the Midwest CLT Conference is a must-attend for anyone passionate about equitable and sustainable communities. \nGet more information on the Midwest Community Land Trust Conference Here
URL:https://swmirhp.com/event/the-midwest-clt-conference/
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