Learn what a Homeless Congress is and best practices for forming a similar group in your city. Rico Blackman, along with members of the Homeless Coalition will discuss their experience in Cincinnati. The Homeless Congress in Cincinnati is an advocacy group comprised of people experiencing or who have experienced homelessness, working to influence city council regarding the local homelessness crisis. They fight for rights, such as opposing voter ID laws and securing public amenities, while collaborating with the Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition to address rising housing instability.