Raising Voices, Shaping Futures

Raising Voice, Shaping Futures: A Conversation on Youth Leadership & Literacy brings together local leaders working at the intersection of education, creativity, mental health, and youth empowerment. Through a dynamic panel discussion, community conversation, and shared meal, this event will explore how literacy, leadership, and access to opportunity can shape more just and equitable futures for young people across Philadelphia.

Guests will hear directly from nonprofit leaders advancing innovative, community-centered approaches to youth development, followed by time to connect, support their work, and invest in the next generation.

Agenda

• 5:30–6:00 PM: Check-in, registration & silent auction bidding
• 6:00–7:30 PM: Speaker panel discussion & moderated Q&A
• 7:30–8:30 PM: Silent auction announcements, dinner, drinks & networking
• 8:30–8:45 PM: Closing remarks & wrap-up

Dinner Menu

• Crudites & spread platter: mushroom + muhamara + green goddess
• Beef meatballs in gravy
• Puff pastry & mushrooms (vegetarian)
• Mini salmon cakes sliders w/ sriracha aioli
• Spinach & goat cheese quiche bites (vegetarian)
• Mini chicken dumplings w/ FRIEDA sesame dressing
• Dessert: Vanilla panna cotta w/ berries, mini lemon tarts, vegan chocolate mousse

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

FRIEDA, 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

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