State of Poverty in Chicagoland Virtual Townhall

A Dynamic Conversation

Dive into 2022’s key priorities in the fight against poverty. This virtual townhall features CEDA’s State of Poverty Report and a panel of local leaders diving into Mental and Emotional Health, Childcare and Education, and Gainful Employment.

Featured Speakers

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ALEXA JAMES, MS, LCSW
CEO, NAMI Chicago

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KAREN FREEMAN-WILSON
President & CEO, Chicago Urban League

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DR. JAMILAH JOR’DAN
Executive Director, Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Education

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JULIO RODRIGUEZ
Deputy Director, State’s Office of Employment & Training, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

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