Staying Informed and Inspired

At Project HOPE, we believe that learning, collaboration, and innovation are essential to ending homelessness. In May, seven members of our team joined more than 600 leaders, partners, frontline workers, legislators, municipal officials, and advocates in Hartford for the 23rd Annual Training Institute, a statewide conference hosted by the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness (CCEH).

The day-long conference featured expert-led workshops, meaningful conversations, and nationally recognized speakers sharing insights on many of the challenges and opportunities facing those working in homeless services. Our team returned energized, inspired, and equipped with new ideas to strengthen the support we provide to our guests and neighbors.

We are especially proud to celebrate our own George Mele, Project HOPE’s Outreach Specialist, who received CCEH’s Exceptional Frontline Leadership Award for the Eastern Region. This recognition honors George’s dedication, compassion, and creativity in serving people experiencing homelessness. His leadership reflects the commitment and heart of our entire team — and we are so proud of him!