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Council of State Community Development Agencies

COSCDA is the premier national association advocating and enhancing the leadership role of states in community development through innovative policy development and implementation, customer-driven technical assistance, education, and collaborative efforts.

COSCDA Announces 2023 Awards

Celebrate National Community Development Week! April 10 - 14

Training and Conference Registration Restrictions

“COSCDA trainings and conferences are restricted to state administrators of HUD’s core community planning and development, economic, housing, homelessness and disaster recovery programs.”

Additional Information. HERE

COVID-19 Waiver HERE

From our Members

COSCDA ensures states are represented to HUD and Congress. In Maine, efficient program management is critical for us in dedicating resources to community-based initiatives. COSCDA is our key partner in meeting this goal.
Deborah Johnson
Deborah JohnsonDirector, Maine Office of Community Development
Colorado’s Department of Local Affairs benefits extensively from COSCDA’s advocacy and training. This work is pivotal to our efforts in community-based developments including housing, homelessness, and disaster recovery.
Alison George
Alison GeorgeHousing Director, Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Louisiana’s Office of Community Development is committed to helping our communities build a better future, and HUD resources prove indispensable to this mission. Through COSCDA, we have a strong relationship with federal partners and can participate in training to advance our program. COSCDA also provides helpful opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues across the country.
Traci Watts
Traci WattsDirector, Louisiana Office of Community Development
COSCDA has long been an invaluable resource for states; Massachusetts’ programs thrive thanks to COSCDA’s ongoing work with HUD, Hill staff, and other partner advocacy organizations. Access to HUD leaders, as well as to informative programmatic discussion and training opportunities are key benefits to member states. Of course, the organization provides a forum to forge helpful and lasting peer relationships. State staff in any of the CPD program areas are able to participate in various ways. COSCDA staff are tremendously hardworking and dedicated to the members. Together, we work for stronger and more vibrant programs.
Rebecca Frawley Wachtel
Rebecca Frawley WachtelTax Credit & HOME Director, Massachusetts Department of Housing & Community Development
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Latest Advocacy & Outreach

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Training Conferences and Events

Program Managers Training Conference

March 20-21, 2023

Yours Truly Hotel

1143 New Hampshire Ave NW Washington, DC 20037

Room: $258/night

Conference Registration Rates Members: $499

Non-Members: $675

 

 

 

Dates

Agenda Items

Sunday, March 19

COSCDA Board Meeting

Monday, March 20

Welcome & Washington Update Break-Out Sessions

Committee Meetings Networking Reception (Light Refreshments)

Tuesday, March 21

Cross-Cutting Sessions Plenary Sessions

Network Luncheon (Provided)

President’s Remarks HUD Briefing

COSCDA MEMBERS

Training & Resources

COSCDA Training Academy

State Profiles

COVID-19
Resources

Disaster
Recovery

Additional Resources

CDBG Boot Camp Manual for Purchase

Federal Appropriations Chart

State Homelessness Program Toolkit

COSCDA W-9 Form

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