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Policy Solutions

Courtney Thomas

Co-lead, Policy Analyst, Hope Policy Institute

Dawn Welch-Kinard

Co-lead, Owner, Welch Realtors

Mission

Ensure all Memphis-area legislators have updated information on Convergence Memphis and the organization's impact on the community. Facilitate dialogue and collaboration with policymakers to find alignment with broader community wellness initiatives like childcare, transportation, crime, and health. Specifically:

  • Introduce, inform, educate, and collaborate on the work of Convergence Memphis.
    • Meet with legislators twice a year.
    • Attend four legislator events within their district yearly.
    • Engage legislators to attend at least one Convergence Memphis event in their district. 
    • Encourage legislators to attend the Convergence Memphis annual meeting.
    • Maintain an updated roster of all legislators (to include pictures, contact information, legislative assistant information, etc.).

Outcome

Increased visibility on the issues and mission priorities Convergence cares about at state and local levels. Identifying shared goals between Convergence Memphis and legislators and aligning actions toward goals.

Events

March 28, 2026

Convergence Memphis: Home Expo

9:30 a.m.

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12:30 p.m.

Perea Elementary School 1250 Vollintine Avenue Memphis, TN 38107

Event Details

March 28, 2026

Convergence Memphis: Home Expo

Help bridge the gap in home accessibility and affordability for minority and low-income households in Memphis!


It’s no secret that Memphis se...

Event Details

9:30 a.m.

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12:30 p.m.

Perea Elementary School 1250 Vollintine Avenue Memphis, TN 38107

May 2, 2026

Convergence Memphis: Home Expo

9:30 a.m.

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12:30 p.m.

1437 Norris Rd. Memphis, TN

Event Details

May 2, 2026

Convergence Memphis: Home Expo

Help bridge the gap in home accessibility and affordability for minority and low-income households in Memphis!


It’s no secret that Memphis se...

Event Details

9:30 a.m.

-

12:30 p.m.

1437 Norris Rd. Memphis, TN

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