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Friday, October 3

Elevate & Innovate: Transforming Lives Together

By The State of Utah Office of Homeless Services

Join Utah's Office of Homeless Services for the 21st Annual Homelessness Conference, "Elevate & Innovate: Transforming Lives Together"

Date and time

Location

Mountain America Exposition Center

9575 State Street Sandy, UT 84070

Agenda

12:00 AM - 12:01 AM

Poverty Simulation PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Room: 200 C & D

TIME TBA Poverty is a reality for many individuals and families. But unless you’ve experienced poverty, it’s difficult to truly understand. The interactive, immersive simulation bridges that gap f...

8:00 AM

Check-In

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Opening Remarks: Governor Cox and Wayne Niederhauser

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Opening Panel Discussion

Good to know

Highlights

8 hours, 30 minutes
ALL AGES
In person
Free venue parking
Doors at 8:00 AM

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Get ready to be inspired and empowered at the 21st Annual Homelessness Conference, Elevate & Innovate: Transforming Lives Together, hosted by Utah’s Office of Homeless Services! This year’s gathering brings together passionate changemakers, service providers, policymakers, and community leaders from across the state for powerful collaboration, fresh ideas, and actionable solutions. Discover innovative strategies, share your experiences, and connect with others who are dedicated to making a lasting impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your work and be part of a movement that’s transforming lives—together. Register now and be a catalyst for change!

"Elevate & Innovate: Transforming Lives Together" is more than just an event—it's a call to action. Together, we can work towards a future where every individual is treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. We invite you to be a part of this important dialogue and contribute to meaningful change.

Conference Agenda - COMING SOON!

The complete agenda can be found in Eventbrite with your ticket.

8:00 a.m. Check-In

9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks: Governor Cox and Wayne Nierdauser

9:30 a.m. Opening Panel Discussion

Lunch is included with your ticket purchase.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU REGISTER

One person may register and pay for multiple attendees. Each registration requires Name, Organization and Meal Choice.

The FREE Poverty Simulation REQUIRES pre-registration and purchase of a General Admission and FREE Poverty Simulation ticket. Space is limited for the simulation. There will be no admittance at the door.

MEAL OPTION ACCOMODATION: This meal option is designed to accommodate Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian, and Vegan dietary needs.

Frequently asked questions

I registered, but cannot attend.

Refunds are not available, but you may transfer your ticket to another attendee until September 20, 2025. No transfers will be accepted after this date or the day of the event.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free for all attendees.

Is the event accessible?

Yes, the event center is accessible.

How many tickets are available?

Registration is limited and first come first served.

Do I have to pre-register for the Poverty Simulation?

The Poverty Simulation REQUIRES pre-registration by purchasing a General Admission and FREE Poverty Simulation ticket type. There will be no admittance at the door.

Organized by

The State of Utah Office of Homeless Services

Our mission is to address homelessness through partnerships and collaborative initiatives with state and local leaders, philanthropic partners, service providers, and individuals with lived experience. Our vision for the homeless response system in Utah is to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. We aim to ensure that all people experiencing homelessness can thrive to their fullest potential, and that our communities are stable and safe for everyone.