Community Shelter Board Summit | I AM Making Space, Creating Solutions...

I AM...Making Space, Creating Solutions, Disrupting Systems is not just another event—it's a movement. Homelessness is a systemic issue that touches every corner of our community. This summit brings together advocates, community leaders, and elected officials to drive real change. We are here to disrupt the systems that perpetuate homelessness and to forge pathways from shelter to stable housing.

• A Systemic Issue Requires Systemic Solutions: Learn how diverse communities are impacted and what systemic changes are necessary to address homelessness at its roots.
• From Shelter to Housing: Discover the urgent need for permanent housing solutions in the face of rising rents and dwindling affordable housing options.
• Collaborate with Elected Officials: Engage in meaningful dialogue with decision-makers who have the power to implement actionable solutions.
• See the Many Faces of Homelessness: Understand how homelessness affects everyone, regardless of race, age, or background. Our solutions must be as inclusive as the problem.

1. The Rising Crisis: Columbus has seen a 34% increase in median gross rent, exacerbating the homelessness crisis.
2. Affordable Housing Decline: Our city faces a sharper decline in affordable housing compared to national trends.
3. Projected Homelessness Surge: Without intervention, unsheltered homelessness could increase by 86% by 2028.
4. Pathways to Stability: Explore how strategic changes could significantly reduce homelessness in our community.

ENGAGE NOW!

This summit is about more than listening—it's about participating. Download these social media templates and make them your own to further the conversation and declare your role in this collective movement! 

Whether you’re an advocate, a supporter, or a changemaker, your voice matters. Join the conversation and make a difference.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

YWCA Columbus, 65 South 4th Street, Columbus, United States