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The National Rural Housing Conference

The 2025 National Rural Housing Conference took place November 4–7 in Washington, DC, bringing together rural housing leaders, policymakers, and practitioners from across the country.

From association meetings and interest group gatherings to a high-energy welcome reception, the week was filled with meaningful conversations and connection. Attendees participated in dynamic plenary sessions, more than 40 interactive workshops, and networking events that brought together over 700 rural leaders committed to building stronger, more resilient communities.

Thank you to everyone who made the 2025 Conference a success. We look forward to seeing you in 2027!

2023 Conference Spotlight

The 2023 National Rural Housing Conference (NRHC) was a rousing success. From October 24-27, 2023, in Washington, DC, the Conference convened nearly 700 stakeholders in the field of rural affordable housing, community development, and placemaking. Practitioners from local nonprofits, federal agencies, Congress, state and local governments, and other industry leaders gathered for two-and-a-half days of training, networking, and reconnecting to #BuildRural!

About The Conference

The biennial National Rural Housing Conference brings together stakeholders in the field of rural affordable housing from local nonprofits, federal agencies, Congress, state and local governments, and other industry leaders for two-and-a-half days of training, discussion, and networking.

Previous Conferences

Look back at highlights and content from previous National Rural Housing Conferences.

Registration for Virtual National Rural Housing Conference Coming Soon

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