2024-2025 TRAINING & CAPACITY
BUILDING SERIES
Here, you will find a diverse mix of educational and cultivation offerings designed to equip HAND members with the tools and resources needed to bring more equitable communities to fruition. Our robust Training & Capacity Building calendar is released in the fall of each year, and offers a wide variety of educational sessions, networking opportunities and more.
Be sure to check back often for the most up-to-date information on all programs!
Interested in sponsoring one of HAND’s programs? Email Courtney at cbattle@handhousing.org.
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JUNE 2025
SAVE THE DATE: The 34th Annual Meeting & Housing Expo
Date: June 5 | 9:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Omni Shoreham Hotel – Washington, DC
The Annual Housing Expo and Conference will return in June; details soon.
DECEMBER 2024
HAND Holiday Mixer
Date: December 12 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Location: Penthouse – 1000 Maine Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20024
Join HAND in celebrating the holiday season at our highly-anticipated year-end gathering!
Come together with affordable housing & community development professionals and stakeholders for an evening of connection and festive cheer. Indulge in seasonal light bites and delicious beverages as you mix and mingle with industry peers. We are excited to share this special occasion with you and foster meaningful connections. So, get ready to ring in the holiday season at HAND’s annual holiday mixer!
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $150.
NOVEMBER 2024
Electrification and Healthy Housing Solutions in Multifamily Affordable Housing Webinar Series | Session Three – Pests, Mold and Muck: Cost Effective Strategies to Remediate Indoor Air Allergens in MF Affordable Housing
Date: November 6 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
Join HAND and National Housing Trust (NHT) for a three-part webinar series that provides technical assistance around common problems that arise during the decarbonization and electrification of affordable multifamily properties. Through the D.C. Green, Healthy and Affordable Housing Program (D.C. HGA Housing), NHT—in partnership with Children’s Law Center and Children’s National Hospital—are providing financial and technical support to retrofit buildings whose negative environmental effects adversely impact communities of color – specifically children of color – at higher rates than other populations. Though the D.C. HGA Housing Program is working with specific D.C. properties, these trainings are open to all geographies as the entire region continues to tackle environmental justice issues.
D.C. area multifamily property owners spend routinely to control allergens from pest infestations and water intrusions, to limited effect. During this webinar panelists will present case studies comparing effectiveness of different strategies to control cockroach and rodent infestations, and will demonstrate cost effective techniques to address root causes. Panelists will also present proven strategies for identifying and remediating sources of plumbing leaks and water intrusions. The webinar will examine the health risks and economic impacts of common allergens found in multifamily affordable housing, including allergens associated with cockroaches, rodents and mold.
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Coby Schal |
William Rusty Spearman |
Changlu Wang |
Leslie Zarker |
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
OCTOBER 2024
Electrification and Healthy Housing Solutions in Multifamily Affordable Housing Webinar Series | Session Two – Getting Ventilation Right: Understanding Air Flows in Multifamily Buildings
Date: October 31 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
Join HAND and National Housing Trust (NHT) for a three-part webinar series that provides technical assistance around common problems that arise during the decarbonization and electrification of affordable multifamily properties. Through the D.C. Green, Healthy and Affordable Housing Program (D.C. HGA Housing), NHT—in partnership with Children’s Law Center and Children’s National Hospital—are providing financial and technical support to retrofit buildings whose negative environmental effects adversely impact communities of color – specifically children of color – at higher rates than other populations. Though the D.C. HGA Housing Program is working with specific D.C. properties, these trainings are open to all geographies as the entire region continues to tackle environmental justice issues.
Multifamily buildings can pose unique challenges to ventilation and indoor air quality (IAQ). This webinar will demystify IAQ in multifamily buildings and focus on developing effective strategies to retrofit ventilation systems to control air flow and reduce air leakage in multifamily housing. Learn best practices to ventilating multifamily units non-obtrusively and practical solutions for indoor air quality. Understand the effects of compartmentalization on airflows and contaminant transport in multifamily buildings.
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Adam Romano |
Jonathan Wilson |
Leslie Zarker |
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
Electrification and Healthy Housing Solutions in Multifamily Affordable Housing Webinar Series | Session One – Heat Pump and Electrification Solutions in Affordable Multifamily Housing: Lessons from the Field
Date: October 17 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
Join HAND and National Housing Trust (NHT) for a three-part webinar series that provides technical assistance around common problems that arise during the decarbonization and electrification of affordable multifamily properties. Through the D.C. Green, Healthy and Affordable Housing Program (D.C. HGA Housing), NHT—in partnership with Children’s Law Center and Children’s National Hospital—are providing financial and technical support to retrofit buildings whose negative environmental effects adversely impact communities of color – specifically children of color – at higher rates than other populations. Though the D.C. HGA Housing Program is working with specific D.C. properties, these trainings are open to all geographies as the entire region continues to tackle environmental justice issues.
Decarbonizing heating systems in multifamily buildings can seem insurmountable without the right information. Learn from design experts how to make heat pumps and other decarbonized heating solutions a reality in your buildings and strategize how to make the business case. Panelists will share their lessons from the field to evaluate the efficacy of heat pumps and other decarbonized heating solutions for multifamily buildings. The webinar will also provide an in-depth look at Elevate’s recent project in Chicago, IL to electrify the historic Lake Grove Village Apartments.
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Maria Cecilia |
Stet Stanborn Vice President and Mechanical Discipline Leader Smith Group |
David Traxler |
Leslie Zarker |
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
REGISTER
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Finale
Date: October 16 | 12:00pm – 5:00pm | Location: Richmond Marriott (500 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219)
The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia Culminates in a Showcase of Strategic Impact
As the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia reaches its finale, participants are gearing up to present their well-crafted projects aimed at building Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) housing. Throughout the program, these teams have been engaged in analyzing and planning how best to serve individuals with serious mental illness who are at risk of homelessness, incarceration, or institutionalization.
The participating cohort members have come together, bringing forth detailed development and management plans that reflect a combination of training and a deep understanding of the community’s needs. Each proposal, carefully and thoughtfully constructed, represents a step towards enhancing the well-being of vulnerable populations and bolstering the strength of communities across Virginia.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
SEPTEMBER 2024
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Finale Practice
Date: September 30 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
During this session, cohort members will have the opportunity to practice their finale presentations and receive valuable feedback before presenting to the panel of judges.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | First Year & Quality Standards
Date: September 11 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
In this session, we’ll address the unique challenges that arise during the first year of operations. We’ll dive into the essentials of coordinated entry and other tenant referral processes, as well as strategies for managing move-ins and ensuring housing retention. The goal is to equip you with valuable insights and tools to navigate these challenges successfully. You’ll leave this session with a clear understanding of how to tackle these aspects effectively and ensure a smooth transition into the first year of operations.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Fair Housing & Tenant Screening
Date: September 10 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
Through this session, participants will be given the basics of fair housing and will develop a preliminary understanding of low-barrier housing. Participants will be guided through the steps of tenant lease-up and will work to eliminate barriers in tenant screening, intake, and lease signing.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Property Management & Service Coordination
Date: September 9 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
This session will provide an overview of the different models of integrated supportive housing. During the session, project teams will look at ways to help foster lasting working relationships, areas where coordination can be most effective, and explore the best practices of integrated supportive housing. They will explore the ins and outs of building operations and the associated services. Additionally, we’ll delve into topics such as working with tenants, creating and enforcing leases, coordinating services, managing crises, and addressing common challenges in property management. The aim is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate these areas effectively.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
AUGUST 2024
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Supportive Housing Budgets – Operations and Capital
Date: August 28 | 10:00am – 2:00pm | Location: Virginia Housing Innsbrook – Richmond, VA
In this session, we will conclude our focus on budgeting topics. The session will provide an overview of the sources of capital financing, cover the entire development process, and take a deeper look at supportive housing budgets. Discussions will center around the different types of local financing options that are available for pre-development and gap financing as well as funding available for services to support supportive housing projects. Additionally, we will share tools and resources to assist you in planning your budgets effectively as a team.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Services Planning
Date: August 27 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | Location: Virginia Housing Innsbrook – Richmond, VA
This session will provide an introductory overview of supportive housing budgets. It will cover the various types of financing required for the construction and operation of supportive housing. Additionally, the session will discuss important considerations and priorities when budgeting for supportive housing projects, as well as provide an overview of the overall development process.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
JULY 2024
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Services Planning
Date: July 31 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
This session will provide an overview of multiple service types and invite discussion around the ins and outs of delivering services to different populations. Participants will be given guidance on minimum service standards and will work with their team to determine which model best suits each project.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Property Management
Date: July 30 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
In this session, participants will learn the best practice standards for providing property management services in a supportive housing community. Leading experts from across the nation will provide insight into the nuances of cross-sector coordination, eviction prevention, and unit upkeep.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Design
Date: July 29 | 10:00pm – 3:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
This session focuses on designing your project to meet quality standards and incorporate Trauma Informed Design principles. National experts will guide participants through unique design examples and considerations to better inform population specific project concepts. We will hear from national and local architect, learn about crafting a project design that meets your project goals, and integrate accessibility and sustainability into your project concept.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
Preservation Webinar Series | Session Two: Challenges and Opportunities for Preserving Affordability
Date: July 25 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
In an effort to alleviate the current affordable housing crisis, most communities around the country focus on increasing housing supply through new construction and zoning reform. However, ensuring that affordable homes remain available requires communities to simultaneously prioritize the preservation of existing affordable housing – particularly units under threat from obsolescence, loss of affordability, or sale. How are communities prioritizing preservation and what more can be done in our region? Join HAND and National Housing Trust in a two-part preservation series to hear government officials and affordable housing industry champions discuss how preservation can be achieved through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and how to leverage the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and other policies to advance preservation priorities.
Affordable housing developers and lenders from the DMV will share their perspectives on the opportunities for and challenges to preservation, including the region’s QAPs. HAND members and attendees are encouraged to join this lively facilitated discussion and share their own experiences to help inform HAND’s advocacy strategy to advance preservation initiatives in the DMV through the LIHTC program and other avenues.
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Meghan Altidor |
Shellon Fraser Senior Director of Lending National Housing Trust |
Caitlin Gossens Executive Director JPMorgan Chase Community Development Banking |
Janine Lind President of Community Development Division Enterprise Community Partners |
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| Moha Thakur Public Policy & Mid-Atlantic Initiatives Manager National Housing Trust |
Juan Pablo Vacatello Co-Executive Director Mi Casa |
Kerrie Wilson Chief Executive Officer Cornerstones |
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
LEAD Racial Equity Institute | Session 4
Date: July 24 | 9:00am – 1:00pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
Participants will understand the process of developing racial equity strategies, learning to articulate where they are in the process and what needs to happen to reach completion of this plan or launch a new initiative.
Registration fees: This event is only for the LEAD Racial Equity Institute cohort members.
Preservation Webinar Series | Session One: Leveraging QAPs to Preserve Affordability
Date: July 18 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Location: Virtual Webinar
In an effort to alleviate the current affordable housing crisis, most communities around the country focus on increasing housing supply through new construction and zoning reform. However, ensuring that affordable homes remain available requires communities to simultaneously prioritize the preservation of existing affordable housing – particularly units under threat from obsolescence, loss of affordability, or sale. How are communities prioritizing preservation and what more can be done in our region? Join HAND and National Housing Trust in a two-part preservation series to hear government officials and affordable housing industry champions discuss how preservation can be achieved through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and how to leverage the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and other policies to advance preservation priorities.
National Housing Trust will share insights from their nationwide analysis of 53 QAPs, showcasing how and where states are prioritizing preservation. With an eye towards the DMV, attendees will have an opportunity to hear directly from housing industry professionals representing Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. – each of whom are currently updating their respective QAPs – on their preservation policies and provide feedback on ways to strengthen their approaches.
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| Edward Barnett Director of Rental Lending Maryland DHCD |
Christopher Earley Deputy Director DC DHCD |
Priya Jayachandran |
Jonathan Kinsey |
Moha Thakur |
Registration Details: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
WATCH RECORDING
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Site Visit, Supportive Housing 101 & Coordinated Access
Date: July 10 | 10:00am – 2:00pm | Location: Cool Lane Apartments (1900 Cool Lane, Henrico, VA 23223)
Participants can expect to gain a thorough understanding of the core principles of supportive housing and evidence-based best practices in the field of supportive housing. Cohort members will go on a site visit to see an example of a local permanent supportive housing project, learn about the services they provide, and more.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Team Strategy & Project Concept
Date: July 9 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Location: Virginia Housing (601 S. Belvidere Street Richmond, VA 23220)
During this session, cohort members will establish their team’s mission, values and project strategies.
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance & HAND Hosts The Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia | Partnership & Roles
Date: July 8 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm | Location: Virginia Housing (601 S. Belvidere Street Richmond, VA 23220)
CSH, Virginia Housing, Virginia Housing Alliance, and HAND will host the in-person kick-off where teams will learn about the importance of partnerships and the valuable role each team member will play throughout the various stages of the project
Registration fees: This session is only open to cohort members in the Supportive Housing Institute of Virginia region.
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