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The event had 3 hoped for outcomes for attendees:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Recognize the elements (View or download PDF, 109 KB)<\/a> that are important to consider when planning housing for Autistic people.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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  2. Ability to make connections between the information shared and their own work, along with meeting new people and organizations.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\n

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    Identify opportunities to act individually and collectively to improve housing outcomes for Autistic people.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Note: this was an English-speaking event. All materials and videos created for and from the event are only available in English.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Check out this 1-page infographic that shares strategies to help you plan a gathering that sparks connection and promotes change. (View or download PDF, 65.7 KB)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Presentations<\/h3>\n

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    Unlocking Opportunities: Past, Present and Future<\/h3>\n

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    Showcasing innovative collaborations that have created opportunities. How can these approaches and lessons learned translate to other regions? (Video length 22:46)<\/span><\/p>\n

    Amy Tatterton<\/strong>, BRC, M.Ed., Director of Learning and Connection, The Sinneave Family Foundation<\/a>
    <\/span>Emily King-Moore<\/strong>, Communications Director, <\/span>    HomeSpace Society<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Finding Synergies: Exploring Opportunities<\/h3>\n

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    Showcasing a pathway to financing housing that aims to address affordability, accessibility and social outcomes. Offers a case study approach to discuss sustainably financing affordable units in a mixed income setting. (Video Length 01:02:47)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Hermonie Green<\/strong>, Communications and Impact Manager, Ayrshire Group<\/a>,
    <\/span>Lucie Morrison<\/strong>, Senior Marketing and Communications Specialist, <\/span>    Bespoke Social Profit Solutions Inc.<\/a>
    Mike Winnitoy<\/strong>, Vice President, Investments, Ayrshire Group,
    <\/span>Jolene Livingston<\/strong>, Founder,     Partners for Affordable Housing<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    What\u2019s Happening in Alberta \u2013 Working Together for Impact<\/h3>\n

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    Overview of Stronger Foundations Alberta\u2019s 10-year affordable housing strategy. Discuss municipal initiatives promoting community connections that advance solutions. (Video length 30:53)<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Adam Harrison<\/strong>, BA Sc, BURPI, Acting Leader, Partnerships, Housing Solutions, City of Calgary<\/a>,
    Chris Slater<\/strong>, Chief Operating Officer,     Onward Homes<\/a>,
    <\/span>Tanya McLeod<\/strong>, MHA, CHE, President,     The Sinneave Family Foundation<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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    A Networked Approach to Neuroinclusivity in Housing<\/h3>\n

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    Collaboration is important to advancing social change and this emerging network could help. To promote mutual learning, system influence and capacity building, what actions should be prioritized by the network? (Video length 14:17)<\/span><\/p>\n

    Barb Potter<\/strong>, MHS, BN, Consultant, The Sinneave Family Foundation<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Neuroinclusivity in Housing: Impact Update<\/h3>\n

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    Sharing early findings from activities undertaken by the Neuroinclusivity in Housing team from the Accessibility Institute.<\/span>\u00a0(Video length 35:45)<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Roxanna-Maria Barbu<\/strong>, PhD, Lead Researcher, Neuroinclusivity in Housing, Accessibility Institute<\/a>
    Tara Connolly<\/strong>, M.A., RP, Assistant Director, Research and Development,     Accessibility Institute<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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