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Claiming Our Space: Powering an Equitable Future

Second Annual Event 

Friday, September 12, 2025

5:30pm Networking & Book Signing
6:30pm Program & Awards Ceremony
8:30pm Reception  

Chicago Marriott Downtown
541 North Rush Street, Chicago

Keynote Speaker
Charles T. Brown, MPA, CPD
Founder & CEO, Equitable Cities LLC
Author, Arrested Mobility: Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement

Master of Ceremonies
Malcom Glenn
Founder, MG Equity Consulting

Fireside Chat Host
Samantha Roxas
Founding Partner, Common Good Strategies

Honorees

Transformative Elected Official
Monique Scott
Alderwoman, 24th Ward
City of Chicago

Transformative Community Advocate
L. Anton Seals
Lead Steward (Executive Director)
Grow Greater Englewood

Transformative Philanthropist
Julián Lazalde
Program Manager of Policy and Advocacy
Healthy Communities Foundation


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Community Mobility Rituals

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Neighborhood Walking Tour | Community Bicycle Ride
      9am Meet | 9am Meet
     10am to 11am Walk | 10am to 12pm Ride

South Side Sanctuary
4702 South King Drive, Chicago


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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation- Transportation Equity Hill Briefing