APDC Staff
Apr 20, 2026
Dignified housing, period poverty and a gathering of Young Dems on the docket
This past weekend was a busy and energizing one, with a lot of opportunities to connect with folks doing important work across Central Arkansas.
Dignified Housing Organizing Fair
On Saturday, Arkansas Progressive Democrats showed up to the Dignified Housing Organizing Fair at UALR, where we tabled alongside a number of great organizations: Young DSA of UALR, Central Arkansas DSA, Rainbow Alliance, Intransitive, Indivisible Little Rock, and Arkansas Community Organizations.
It was a great chance to talk with other organizers, share resources, and build stronger connections across groups working on housing and community issues. The event comes at a critical time.
Over the past year, more than 4,000 renters in Central Arkansas have faced eviction, and many are dealing with serious maintenance issues that impact their health and safety. Following the City of Little Rock’s housing crisis declaration in March, organizers are pushing the Dignified Living Campaign, including a proposal for a Renters Advisory Board to make sure renters have a voice in housing decisions. Building community and collaboration like this is key to moving that work forward.
Arkansas Period Poverty Project
Earlier that afternoon we also connected with folks from the Arkansas Period Poverty Project. They’re hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m. It's called Blood Lust, and it's a menstruation-cycle-inspired burlesque show focused on menstrual hygiene awareness and equity in Arkansas. You can learn more or get tickets here:.
They’ve got more events planned throughout the year, so be sure to follow the Arkansas Period Project and support their work.
The Young Dems Legacy Dinner
Later that evening, members attended the Young Democrats Convention Legacy Dinner at The Rail Yard. The convention, which ran April 17-19, brought together over 200 young Democrats from across the state. It was a great opportunity to connect and hear from speakers like Senate candidate Hallie Shoffner and Dr. Chris Jones.
Overall, it was a strong weekend of organizing and relationship-building in the community. There’s a lot of important work ahead, but it’s clear there’s also real momentum behind it."