2026 Spring Conference Agenda

SUNDAY, MARCH 22

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM              CONCURRENT SESSIONS

ADVANCING EQUITABLE HOUSING FOR FAMILIES IMPACTED BY INCARCERATION

Join Justice 4 Housing (J4H) for an informative session on advancing equity in public housing for Families Impacted by Incarceration (FIP). This session will introduce the work J4H has done in partnership with local housing authorities across the Commonwealth; highlight key successes and measurable outcomes; demonstrate the broader benefits of this initiative; and invite all housing authorities to consider adopting the policy recommendations outlined in J4H’s Far From Home (FFH) report.

TECH GOES HOME

TGH programs focus on serving people and communities who face systemic barriers to technology adoption. Tech Goes Home programs serve people of all ages, with courses geared towards families, adults, entrepreneurs, older adults, and more. They bring computers, internet, and training to families and individuals throughout Massachusetts so students can do homework, adults can find jobs and manage finances, seniors can connect with loved ones, and all can lead healthy lives. 

 

3:45 PM - 5:15 PM               ROUNDTABLES

MEDIUM/LARGE HOUSING AUTHORITIES

SMALL HOUSING AUTHORITIES 

 

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM                WELCOME RECEPTION          

                    

MONDAY, MARCH 23

7:30 AM                  CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 

7:30 AM                      BREAKFAST BUFFET

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM              PLENARY SESSION

WELCOME AND MASSNAHRO UPDATE

 

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM              EXHIBIT HALL

Please become acquainted with our vendors and the products and services they offer your agency. 

 

9:45 AM – 11:00 AM           CONCURRENT SESSIONS

EOHLC TOWN HALL

LET'S TALK RESIDENT SERVICES 

 

11:00 AM          COFFEE BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS

 

11:30 AM – 12:45 PM         CONCURRENT SESSIONS

FROM NOTICE TO JUDGEMENT: AN EVICTION SIMULATION

PROCUREMENT 101  

THE AI ADVANTAGE: CHATGPT, COPILOT & SMART TOOLS FOR FASTER, BETTER HOUSING OPERATIONS 

 

12:45 PM               LUNCH                

 

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM                CONCURRENT SESSIONS

ASK THE ATTORNEYS

SUPPORTING RESIDENTS THROUGH A TRAUMA INFORMED LENS

FROM HIRING TO THRIVING: RETAINING HOUSING AUTHORITY STAFF

 

3:45 PM - 5:00 PM                CONCURRENT SESSIONS 

SAY THIS, NOT THAT: FAIR HOUSING & FRONT LINE CUSTOMER SERVICE

DOS, DON'TS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN FOR BOARD MEMBERS

COMMON PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ISSUES

 

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM                RECEPTION WITH EXHIBITORS


 

TUESDAY, MARCH 24

8:00 AM                                CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

8:00 AM                                BREAKFAST BUFFET

 

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM             CONCURRENT SESSIONS

WASHINGTON UPDATE

MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS: SO...NOW WHAT?

ASK THE THERAPIST

 

9:45 AM - 11:00 AM             CONCURRENT SESSIONS

SHORTFALL 101

                 

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM          PEER ROUNDTABLES

Join your fellow Executive Directors, staff or board members to share best practices, ask questions, and make new acquaintances. 

  • Executive Director 
  • Staff  
  • Board Member   

 

12:15 PM                              BOXED LUNCH TO GO