Course Title: Affordable Housing Development: Presenting Your Project to Public Entities

Course Description

This comprehensive webinar is designed to equip affordable housing developers, advocates, and professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively present their development projects to public entities at various levels of government. Participants will learn practical strategies, best practices, and communication techniques to navigate the complexities of engaging with city councils, county boards, legislators, state and federal officials, and elected representatives to secure support and funding for affordable housing initiatives.

Course Topics

1. Understanding the Importance of Engaging with Public Entities in Affordable Housing Development.
2. Crafting a Compelling Project Proposal for Public Evaluation.
3. Identifying Key Decision-Makers and Stakeholders in Government.
4. Building Strategic Partnerships with Public Officials and Agencies.
5. Navigating the Regulatory and Approval Processes for Affordable Housing Projects.
6. Effective Communication Strategies for Presenting Your Project to Public Entities.
7. Addressing Concerns, Challenges, and Opposition from Public Entities.
8. Leveraging Data, Research, and Case Studies to Support Your Proposal.
9. Securing Funding and Resources from Public Sources for Affordable Housing.
10. Creating a Sustainable and Community-Centered Approach in Your Project Presentation.



Learning Objectives

1. Develop a compelling and well-structured presentation for public entities to advocate for their affordable housing projects.
2. Identify key decision-makers and stakeholders at different levels of government and understand their roles in the approval process.
3. Effectively communicate the benefits, impact, and feasibility of their affordable housing projects to public officials.
4. Address potential concerns and objections from public entities through strategic messaging and data-driven arguments.
5. Navigate the regulatory requirements and approval processes governing affordable housing development projects.
6. Formulate strategic partnerships with public officials and agencies to enhance project support and success.
7. Access funding opportunities and resources available from public sources for affordable housing initiatives.
8. Utilize best practices and case studies to create a persuasive and inclusive presentation tailored to specific public entities.




Value to the Participant

This webinar provides participants with invaluable insights, tools, and strategies to effectively engage with public entities and secure their crucial support for affordable housing development projects. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of how to present their projects persuasively and navigate the governmental decision-making process, participants will be able to enhance their project success, build strategic partnerships, and contribute to addressing the critical need for affordable housing in their communities.



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