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Event:
Chicago African Summit & Community Resource Fair
Date:
May 20, 2023 10:00 am
Cost:
Free
Category:
Updated:
May 31, 2023
Venue:
Harris Park
Address:
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6200 S Drexel, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States

AGENDA

The annual Chicago African Summit and Community Resource Fair returns again on Saturday – May 20th for a day of reflection, engagement and networking as we grapple with critical issues facing the African Diaspora community today. The one-day convening includes a community resource fair on housing, employment, immigration, and health and wellness.

REGISTER

SESSIONS   Opening Breakfast 
  Luncheon Conversations 
 Cultural Performances
CONVERSATIONS Black Asylum Seekers
RESOURCE FAIR
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Voter Education
  • Housing Options
  • Rental Assistance
  • Employment Options
  • Workplace Rights
  • FREE Giveaways
  • Financial Assistance Options
Interested in participating as a vendor? Email Fasika.Alem@uniteafricans.org
#Thank You!

THE EXPERIENCE

Rich sessions for you

Imagine this: One unique space with special focus on contemporary African issues, public policy advocacy, and community empowerment.

  • Enjoy extensive networking opportunities with scholars, legislators, community activists, policy advocates, students and community allies;
  • Engage in constructive dialogue and reflection on critical issues facing Africans in the Diaspora;
  • Connect with information and resources on employment, immigration, legal services, housing, health screenings and other at the Community Resource Fair.
Below is the outline of speaker for 2016

VIDEOS

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FAQ

Got questions? We have answers…


1. When and where is the Chicago African Summit & Resource Fair?
 Held annually in May to commemorate African Liberation Day, the Chicago African Summit & Resource Fair will take place May 20, 2023 with in-person sessions.           

 

 

2. How much is the registration?
 Registration is FREE. Click here to Register now!.

 

3. Can I bring a guest?
 We welcome you and guests to the Chicago African Summit & Resource Fair. However for planning purposes we encourage all attendees to register.

 

4. Will there be Internet access?
 The convening is in person this year. For the in-person event on 5/21/2022, complimentary Internet access will be available.

 

5. What should I wear?
 Attire is business casual. Feel free to dress in traditional African attire.

 

6. How can we participate in the Resource Fair?

 

7. How do I update my registration details?
 Email events@uniteafricans.org if you need to change or cancel your registration,

 

8. Have other questions?

 Email events@uniteafricans.org or call 312-949-9980.