2025 National Lived Experience Leadership Conference
On Nov. 17–19, the National Coalition for the Homeless hosted the Lived Experience Leadership Conference in Cincinnati, with a core mission to organize, advocate, and empower.
People from across the country came together, carrying the weight of lived realities, stories of survival, resilience, and hope. The conference featured transformational workshops where participants co-created strategies for justice and systemic change, and evenings of connection were capped with a gala dinner that celebrated leadership, courage, and the power of community.
Voices that are often ignored rose together, guiding conversations about housing, justice, and human dignity. Participants shared their journeys, connected over shared challenges, and celebrated victories both small and monumental. It was more than a conference; it was a gathering of courage, a testament to what can happen when those most impacted by inequity lead the fight for solutions.
By the final day, bonds had been forged, strategies had been sharpened, and a movement had been strengthened. Attendees left with renewed purpose, carrying the energy and lessons of Cincinnati into their communities, ready to continue organizing, advocating, and empowering others to demand the world they deserve.
Watch Highlights & Workshops
Experience the energy, inspiration, and leadership of the 2025 Lived Experience Leadership Conference in Cincinnati. From transformational workshops to the gala dinner, these moments capture how lived experience drives change, builds community, and empowers action.
Missed the conference? Click the button below to watch a selection of the many transformational workshops presented at the 2025 Lived Experience Leadership Conference.
Unlocking the Potential of Leaders who have Experienced Homelessness Conference Workshops will be led by moderators who have experienced homelessness. Our generous sponsors have ensured that at least 100 advocates from across the country who have lived experience can travel to Washington, DC for this important summit.
Unforgettable Moments
