VERO BEACH — Community advocates will gather next week to dive into the pressing issue of affordable housing, with a focus on treating it as a fundamental human right, during the second installment of the Women of Hope series.
The event, set for 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at The Hope for Families Center, aims to spotlight the local housing shortage and barriers facing residents in Indian River County.
Meredith Egan, Chief Executive Officer of the Indian River County United Way, will lead the discussion. She will cover state and federal initiatives while helping participants craft an advocacy brief for legislators and pinpoint three key local policies to push forward.
Organizers expect an interactive session, encouraging attendees to share questions, comments and ideas. Breakfast refreshments will be provided to kick things off.
The Women of Hope series, which runs for six meetings, seeks to empower women through education and action on critical social issues. This gathering builds on the group’s ongoing efforts to address community needs.
The Hope for Families Center is located at 715 4th Place in Vero Beach. For more details, contact the center directly at (772) 567-5537.
