A Global Look at the Challenges Facing Black Chicago

In commemoration of the historic events that occurred in 1968, our panel will analyze methods of resistance used among oppressed people globally in hopes of identifying actionable solutions to gentrification, racial wealth gaps, pay inequities, and violence in Chicago. 

Panelists:

• Dr. Allan Boesak; theologian, author, human rights activist
• Chiké Okonkwo; activist and actor (Birth of a Nation, Being Mary Jane)
• Luvvie Ajayi, author; speaker, digital strategist
• Charlene Carruthers, strategist, author, organizer
• Dr. Lionel Allen, Jr.; Chief Academic Officer, Urban Prep

                                                      Moderated by: Dometi Pongo; Journalist, WGN

The event will be hosted live at Ida Noyes Hall with a satellite location will be hosted at Trinity United Church of Christ (400 95th St. Chicago, IL)

Hosted by:  AARP, Trinity United Church of Christ, The University of Chicago School of Social Services and The University of Chicago School for Professional Studies