Pre-Summit Symposium Hosted by Volunteers of America National Services
Join us for a special pre-summit event on Sunday, April 16, hosted by Volunteers of America National Services.
2023 Health & Housing Symposium: Digital Equity Is Health Equity
Hosted by Volunteers of America National Services
In partnership with LeadingAge Leadership Summit and presented by Parker Health Group, Inc:
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Symposium: 2:00–5:00 p.m. ET
Networking Reception: 5:00–6:30 p.m. ET
Before Leadership Summit kicks off, join leaders from technology and policy sectors as they highlight innovative models of digital inclusion, care, service, and housing to improve health equity, health outcomes, and the ability to age in community. Exchange ideas and brainstorm how we collectively strengthen and catalyze opportunities to leverage new Federal and State funding to erase the digital divide for older adults.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Adrianne Todman, Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Adrianne Todman is the 12th Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Deputy Secretary Todman has dedicated her career to improving people’s lives and strengthening neighborhoods through housing and strong community development.
Deputy Secretary Todman served as the CEO of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) from 2017 to June 2021. During her tenure, Deputy Secretary Todman improved the association’s financial standing and business operations, created a member-centric culture, and advocated for funding and policies to preserve and develop affordable housing and help communities thrive.
| SCHEDULE OF EVENTS | |
|---|---|
| 2:00 – 2:10 p.m. | Welcome & Opening |
| 2:10 – 2:25 p.m. | Keynote Address: Vision for Digital Equity in Affordable Housing, featuring Adrianne Todman, Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development |
| 2:10 – 3:10 p.m. | Policy Panel: New Paradigm for Health and Housing – Advancing Broadband Connectivity as a Social Determinant of Health |
| 3:05 – 3:55 p.m. | Policy Panel: Watershed Moment to Delete the Digital Divide: IIJA, ACP, BEAD, & DEA |
| 4:00 – 4:50 p.m. | Practice Panel: Innovative Digital Equity & Inclusion Models in Affordable Housing |
| 4:50 – 5:00 p.m. | Closing and Call to Action |
| 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | Networking Reception |