Be a part of the conversation!
Conversations with Cara is an engaging discussion centered around our work to eradicate poverty. We are planning our next conversation for early June 2024 and we are looking forward to connecting in-person for an engaging event. More details coming soon!
Date
June 2024
Time
TBD
Venue
TBD
Our Most Recent Panel
Dr. Kathleen St. Louis Caliento
(Moderator)
President & CEO
Cara Collective
Michele Howard
Chief Program Officer
Hope Chicago
Dr. Eddie Phillips
Provost and Senior Vice President
National Louis University
Dr. Maurice Swinney
Chief Innovation Officer
Chicago Beyond
Join the Conversation
This is a free, virtual conversation, but we request you RSVP in advance.
Previous Virtual Conversations
Building Economic Vibrancy Across the Latine Community
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we were joined by a panel of civic and philanthropic leaders to discuss the role policy plays in creating equity, and how we are addressing and removing the barriers faced in the pursuit of meaningful employment opportunities.
Building Economic Vibrancy Across the Latine Community
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we were joined by a panel of civic and philanthropic leaders to discuss the role policy plays in creating equity, and how we are addressing and removing the barriers faced in the pursuit of meaningful employment opportunities.
Writing My Legacy
In honor of Black History Month, Kathleen St. Louis Caliento, Suzet McKinney, and Nicole Robinson take part in a discussion on creating change, inspiring others, and building a legacy.
Appetite for Hope
Because gainful employment and food security go hand in hand, Kathleen St. Louis Caliento and Kellie O’Connell, CEO of Nourishing Hope, discuss the barriers to food and job access and our collective hunger for a poverty-free Chicago.
Beyond the Shecession
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Kathleen St. Louis Caliento and Felicia Davis Blakley reflect on this moment in history and its impact on women in the workforce.
Finding My Voice
In celebration of Black History Month, Kathleen St. Louis Caliento and Dominique Jordan Turner discuss how they found their voices as Black women, impactful leaders, devoted mothers, and so much more.
Thank You to our Previous Sponsors
*Sponsors from June 2023 event