South Side Strong Summit

Wednesday, May 10th – Thursday, May 11th, 2023
David Rubenstein Forum
Chicago, IL

 Welcome

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the South Side Strong Summit, hosted by the Community Programs Accelerator at the University of Chicago. This year’s theme, “Cultivating Collaborative Communities,” speaks to the importance of coming together to address the challenges facing our neighborhoods and the opportunities for growth and progress that lie ahead.

At the Community Programs Accelerator, we believe in the power of collaboration to bring about positive change. Through partnerships with local organizations, community leaders, and stakeholders, we work to support the development of sustainable programs and initiatives that foster growth and equity in our communities.

The South Side Strong Summit is an opportunity to come together, share our ideas and experiences, and explore ways to work collaboratively toward a brighter future for all. I am excited to see the meaningful connections and relationships that will be forged during this event.

We express our gratitude and appreciation to all of the participants, sponsors, and partners who have made this event possible. We look forward to your active engagement and contribution to the Summit discussions.

Thank you for your commitment to building a stronger, more resilient South Side.

Sincerely,

Sharon T. Grant

Executive Director, Community Programs Accelerator

University of Chicago

 

The South Side Strong Summit was funded, in part, by grants from the Polk Bros. Foundation.

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