DETROIT — Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) and Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) will host Hometown Summit: A Vision for Affordable Housing on Wednesday, July 1, from noon to 3 p.m. at WCCCD’s Northwest Campus, 8200 Outer Drive West in Detroit. The event will bring together regional leaders to address one of Detroit’s most pressing challenges — ensuring access to safe, stable and affordable housing.
The solutions-focused summit will feature keynote remarks from Marcia L. Fudge, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and will convene decision-makers from government, housing development, education, philanthropy, the nonprofit sector and community organizations to discuss practical strategies for expanding housing opportunities across the region.
Hosted by WCCCD and NSO, the event is designed to foster collaboration among legislators, developers, advocates, nonprofits, funders, landlords, courts, service providers and residents committed to building a stronger housing ecosystem for Detroit and Southeast Michigan.
“Affordable housing is not just a housing issue — it is a foundation for economic mobility, public health, educational success and community stability,” said Linda Little, president and CEO of Neighborhood Service Organization. “This summit is about bringing the right voices to the table who can move beyond discussion and toward meaningful action..”
The summit will begin with welcome remarks from Little and Dr. Curtis L. Ivery, chancellor of Wayne County Community College District, followed by the keynote address from Secretary Fudge and several panels.
The event is free and open to the public, though advance registration is encouraged due to limited seating.
For more information and to register, visit the event registration page: https://donate.nso-mi.org/campaigns/45729-affordable-housing-summit/join.
