August 26th, 2025
2025 Opening Doors Together Conference
Save the dates for our annual, Statewide Housing Conference on August 26th-27th, 2025
Accessible housing is a human right. Join Inglis alongside thought leaders from across Pennsylvania, as we share some of the latest innovations in service delivery; creative alternative support solutions and assistive technologies; and updates on advocacy opportunities and the policy shifts impacting housing access in the disability and aging adult communities.
Hotel Information
The Opening Doors Together Conference will be taking place at the Best Western Premier Central Hotel & Conference Center in Harrisburgh, PA.
Interested in presenting?
See below for more information on what we are looking for. CLICK HERE to submit your proposal! All submissions are due April 21st, 2025.
Presentation Proposal Guidelines
We are looking for presentations that are 75 minutes long with engagement and Q&A. To learn more about proposal requirements CLICK HERE.
Possible Topics/Areas of Focus include:
- Housing
- Housing First
- Fair Housing
- Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing
- Homelessness Solutions, highlighting the disproportionate impact on people with disabilities
- Coalition Building
- Disability advocacy
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
- Developing accessible, affordable housing
- Home Modifications
- Assistive tech
- Alternative housing models including Echo Cottages, etc.
- Accessibility - Reasonable Accommodations, Reasonable Modifications
- Social Determinants of Health
- Landlords and Property Managers
- Zoning and advocating for Affordable Housing
- Innovation in housing and/or disability services
If you have any questions, email SDHPinfo@inglis.org
Scholarship Information
Inglis Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania is excited to offer scholarships for our 2025 Opening Doors Together Statewide Housing Conference! We value inclusivity and strive to create an environment that is accessible and enjoyable for all. We encourage everyone interested in advancing change and impacting the way people are supported to find accessible housing solutions, and those who have unique perspectives navigating housing and disability systems, to apply for this year's scholarship opportunity.
More Details:
- In-person and virtual scholarship opportunities available for persons 18 and older
- Applications are available at the time of registration, and will be due by Tuesday, July 8, 2025
- Responses will be sent out the week of July 21, 2025
- Scholarship recipients will be expected to pay $25 towards registration no later than Tuesday, August 19, 2025
- Scholarships are non-transferable
- Please contact us at sdhpinfo@inglis.org if you would like additional support in filling out the application or have additional questions
Sponsorships
Click here for more information on Sponsorship Opportunities.
Registration for the annual Statewide Housing Conference will be opening soon! In the meantime check out our recap from 2024.
