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July 11, 2025
The Ohio Conference of Community Development is celebrating our organization’s 60th year! The planning committee for the anniversary decided the occasion calls for gifting swag at the summer meeting. I remember it was in January when we were meeting on what these items may look like because it was around the time of the presidential inauguration which took place on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The occasion provided inspiration for what will be included on the summer swag, a specific quote by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “What affects one directly affects all indirectly”.
Read MoreJuly 11, 2025
At Greater Ohio Policy Center, the news daily is monitored to learn more about the sustainable growth initiatives and related developments in our state and beyond that affect Ohio. Both the ON OUR RADAR and ON TO GO links are provided.
Read MoreJuly 8, 2025
The Summer Annual Meeting Agenda focuses on Neighborhood planning, revitalization, and investments throughout the State. We are proud to welcome the Keynote Speaker - Catherine 'Katy' Crosby, Chief of Community Engagement and Institutional Accountability from the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC).
Read MoreJune 16, 2025
OCCD Is proud to announce that eight (8) additional Individuals have completed the coursework to receive the Community Development Professional Certification.
Read MoreJune 4, 2025
The Ohio CDBG Coalition Webinar was recorded and associated materials are available.
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July 23, 2025
Nationwide Hotel & Conference Cener l 100 Green Meadows Drive l Lewis Center, Ohio 43035 l (614) 880-4300 Join Us to Celebrate OCCD's Diamond Jubilee - Our 60th Anniversary!
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Registration for this online course will open in late July.
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Registration for this online course will open in late August.
Read MoreOctober 23, 2025
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