Events

The National Rural Housing Conference

The National Rural Housing Conference (NRHC) is a biennial event that brings together a dynamic mix of rural housing and community development practitioners, policymakers, funders, and advocates from across the country. We are excited to announce that the 2025 NRHC will take place from November 4-7, 2025, in Washington, DC.

This conference is an unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate with fellow leaders in rural development. Whether you’re a long-time participant or joining us for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming space where challenges and solutions in rural housing come to the forefront.

We are continuing the tradition of offering a robust program that includes engaging plenary sessions, hands-on workshops, peer learning opportunities, and networking events that foster lasting partnerships. The 2025 conference promises to be just as impactful as previous years, with a focus on building resilient communities, addressing pressing housing needs, and creating pathways for rural prosperity.

Mark your calendar for November 4-7, 2025, and stay tuned for more details as we continue to build an agenda that will inspire and equip you to make a difference in rural America.

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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.

Introduction to USDA's Mutual Self-Help Housing

Self-Help Housing Trainings from HAC’s Conference

Rural Housing Awards 2021

HAC Celebrates Rural Housing at the 2021 National Rural Housing Conference

As part of the 2021 National Rural Housing Conference, the Housing Assistance Council (HAC) recognized individuals and/or organizations that have, through their continued work and or newly established initiatives, made […]

The Daily Yonder: USDA Seeks Equity in Housing…

The Daily Yonder reports from the 2021 HAC National Rural Housing Conference on President & CEO David’s Lipsetz’s interview with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA Seeks Equity in Housing, Less […]