Dear Community,
The 2020 Gentrification is themed ‘Resisting Gentrification: Then and Now’ the conference will bring together housing activists from past and present to educate, energize, and mobilize the housing justice movement in Rochester. The morning will include a plenary panel and the afternoon will feature a number of breakout sessions led by local organizers, activists, and educators.
- Saturday April 4, 2020 // 10:00 – 3:30 pm
- Barbara J. Burger iZone at University of Rochester Libraries
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What is the 540WMain/City Roots Community Landtrust 2020 Gentrification Conference?
The 540WMain/ City Roots Community Landtrust 2020 Gentrification Conference is a community led conference that has a goal to facilitate positive conversation and action around making Rochester accessible to all persons. The conference has a fee of $10/person but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Proceeds will support the respective missions and work of 540WMain & City Roots Community Land Trus
Resisting Gentrification: Then & Now
The Spring 2020 conference will bring together housing activists from past and present to educate, energize, and mobilize the housing justice movement in Rochester. The morning will include a plenary panel and the afternoon will feature a number of breakout sessions led by local organizers, activists, and educators.
Do I have to Stay the Whole Day?
No. Community members can attend for all or part of the day. The program will officially begin at around 10:25 AM and break for lunch at 12 PM. A more detailed schedule will be released closer to the event day.
Will Food Be Provided?
Continental breakfast, healthy snacks, water, refreshments and a light lunch will be provided for the day. Attention will be given to vegan, gluten free, and low calorie alternatives. Those with more severe dietary restrictions are encouraged to bring their own lunch for the day.
Community members are encouraged to engage with all or part of the recommended texts as well as bring:
- an open mind
- notebook/pen
- business cards
- *lunch and/snacks & water
Recommended Readings
We recommend that you reading the following resources prior to attending the conference: (COMING SOON)
Location/ Accessibility/ Parking
iZone is a space, community and program dedicated to the exploration of ideas. It is located within Rush Rhees Library on Library Road of the University of Rochester’s River Campus. Parking is free and the space is complete accessible. ASL interpreting will be provided by Interpretek.
