Bronzeville Youth Innovation + S.T.E.A.M. Fest
About this Event
Get ready, Chicago! The South Side Youth AI & Technology Festival is coming to South Side Sanctuary in Bronzeville. It's a totally free, family-friendly celebration of innovation, creativity, and opportunity for young people across the city. From 10 AM to 3 PM, youth and families will explore hands-on Innovation Villages, live tech demonstrations, dynamic panel discussions, and information tables connecting students to real pathways in AI, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and higher education. Free food and beverages will be available for all attendees!
Produced by Chicago Youth Works Summer Interns Dale Morrison and Terrence Singletary, in partnership with L.O.T.U.S. Camp Flight, The Nascent Group , IAYV 501(c)(3) and with support from DCASE (Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events), this festival brings together community leaders, innovators, and educators to show South Side youth what's possible when technology meets opportunity.
Come explore. Come build. Come discover your future, right here in Bronzeville. Space is limited, so RSVP today! 🚀
11:00 AM – Innovation Villages Open
Hands-on demo stations open for exploration all day, including:
- Coding
- Aerospace
- Games & Contests
- 3-D Printing
- Volcano Making
- Robotic Creation & Control
- Coloring About Tech
- And more!
AGENDA!
11:00 AM Youth Arrival and Welcome Remarks
Aaron Ireland- L.OT.U.S. Camp Flight
Cecilia Cuff - South Side Sanctuary
Evelyn Benitez - City of Chicago
11:15 AM Panel 1 - Meet the Innovators: My Journey into Technology
Hear inspiring professionals share how they turned their passions into careers in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
12:00 PM Panel 2 - Building the Future: AI, Robotics & Emerging Technology
Explore the technologies transforming our world and discover the careers that will shape tomorrow.
1:00 PM Panel 3 - Beyond College: The Many Pathways to Great Careers
Learn about the many routes to success through college, certifications, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, and workforce opportunities.
2:00 PM Panel 4 - Innovation Starts in Your Neighborhood
Discover how today’s innovators are using technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship to solve real challenges and strengthen their communities.
Each panel will be approximately 30 minutes and will feature a youth host, three panelists, and time for audience questions.
3:00 PM Festival Concludes
All Day: Innovation Villages Open
Hands-on demo stations available throughout the festival, including:
- Coding
- Aerospace
- Games & Contests
- 3-D Printing
- Volcano Making
- Robotic Creation & Control
- Coloring About Tech
- And more!
Free food and beverages available for all attendees.
Where is it happening?
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