Community Convening on Homelessness
Community gathering
Build new relationships to end homelessness in our community.
Join 150 community, education, business, religious, health care, government, and philanthropic leaders. Share your unique perspective on homelessness and come ready to engage in honest conversations. See what's in store.
Where and When
Friday, October 18
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Reginald F. Lewis Musuem
830 E. Pratt St. Baltimore, MD 21202
Agenda
9 a.m. Welcome
Kevin Lindamood, MSW
President and CEO, Health Care for the Homeless
John Olszewski, Jr., PhD
Baltimore County Executive
9:15 a.m. morning speakers
How We Got Here: Examining the Root Causes of Homelessness
Andre M. Davis, Esq
Baltimore City Solicitor
Joe N. Savage, Jr., PhD
Regional Coordinator, United States Interagency Council on Homelessness
9:40 a.m. panel discussion and Q&A
Where We are Now: The Dynamics of Homelessness in Baltimore
Moderator:
Lawanda Williams, LCSW-C
Directer of Housing Services, Health Care for the Homeless
Panelists:
Monique Brown
Lieutenant Colonel, Baltimore City Police Department
Jalal "Jay" Greene, MBA, MCRP
Chief Operating Officer, Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development
Redonda G. Miller, MD, MBA
President, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Jim French
President, French Development LLC
11 a.m. Facilitator-led scenario discussions
Where you will investigate and unravel the complex issues that exacerbate homelessness in the Baltimore area
12 a.m. Buffet lunch and "fireside chat"
A chance to unpack the roundtable scenarios with facilitators
1:15 p.m. Afternoon Speaker
Jazz Lewis, MPP
Senior Advisor, Office of Congressman Steny Hoyer; Maryland House of Delegates, District 24
1:30 p.m. Facilitated Debrief and Survey
Sponsors
This event is hosted by Health Care for the Homeless in partnership with:
Event FAQ
I know someone who should be part of this conversation. Can I invite them to come?
Yes, but space is limited. To add someone to the event waitlist, contact Director of Engagement, Eddie Martin Jr. at 443-703-1208
How do I RSVP?
Please RSVP through the personal invite sent to your email address.
Is this a free event?
Yes, this event is free. But participants are capped at 150 people, so RSVP soon to guarantee your spot.
Where should I park?
Parking will be free for all attendees at PMI Garage, 815 E. Pratt Street. Free on-street parking and metered parking is also available throughout Harbor East and Little Italy neighborhoods, but not guaranteed.
What if I have food restrictions?
If you have any food restrictions or allergies, please email Ross Hackett.
Meet our facilitators!
J. Kirby Fowler, JD
President, Downtown Partnership Baltimore
Leslie Graham, MHSA
President & CEO, Primary Care Coalition
Stuart Levine, MD, FACP
President & CMO, MedStar Harbor Hospital; Senior Vice President, MedStar Health
Jazz Lewis, MPP
Senior Advisor, Office of Congressman Steny Hoyer; Maryland House of Delegates, District 24
James C. Oliver, Esq.
Former Chair, Health Care for the Homeless Board of Directors
Winston Philip
Manager, Data Analysis and Performance, Center for Urban Families; Board Chair, The Journey Home Baltimore
Wendy Shaia, EdD, MSW
Clinical Assistant Professor and Executive Director, Social Work Community Outreach Service, University of Maryland School of Social Work
Lawanda Williams, LCSW-C
Director of Housing Services, Health Care for the Homeless
Amy Kleine
Sr. Program Officer, Baltimore, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
Rev. Dr. Al Hathaway, Sr., D.Min, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Union Baptist Church; President and CEO, Beloved Community Services, Inc.
Rev. Debra Hickman, MDiv
Co-Founder/CEO, Sisters Together And Reaching (STAR)
Willy Moore
President, Southway Builders
Marcus Coleman, MPA
Chapter Co-Director, Truman National Security Project
Marla Oros, RN, MS
President and Founder, Mosaic Group
Kevin Feldt
Director of Development, Health Care for the Homeless
Darnell E. Ingram, Esq
Director, Office of Civil Rights, Baltimore City