The State of Equity: Justice in Motion

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The State of Equity: Justice in Motion

Third Annual Event

Friday, September 18, 2026
5:30 - 7:00 PM Networking Reception & Author Book Signing
7:00 - 9:30 PM Dinner Program & Awards Ceremony
9:30-10:30 PM Post Event Book Signing

Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 S. Praire Ave., Chicago, IL 60616
Cash Bar
Room block available for September 16-20 starting at $299/night. Reservation deadline is Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Reserve your hotel room using this link: eqty.info/2026roomblock

Event Co-Chairs

Freddie C. Fuller II, Executive Vice President & Regional Development Manager, Mott MacDonald

Jerome Horne, Deputy Director of Communications and Engagement, Red Line, Maryland Transit Administration

Keynote Speaker
Veronica O. Davis
National Practice Director, Planning & Environment, AtkinsRéalis
Author, Inclusive Transportation: A Manifesto for Repairing Divided Communities

Master of Ceremonies
Malcom Glenn
Founder, MG Equity Consulting

Honorees

Cook County Equity Champion

Toni Preckwinkle

President, Cook County Board of Commissioners

(Confirmed)

Chicago Equity Champion

Brandon Johnson

Mayor, City Of Chicago

(Confirmed)

Sponsorship Opportunities Available :

Community Mobility Rituals

Neighborhood Walking Tour

Saturday, September 19, 2026
9am Meet
10am to 11am Walk
South Side Sanctuary
4702 South King Drive, Chicago
Community Bicycle Ride

Saturday, September 19, 2026
9am Meet
10am to 12pm Ride
South Side Sanctuary
4702 South King Drive, Chicago

Public Transit Excursion

Saturday, September 19, 2026
9am Meet
10am to 1pm Take Transit
South Side Sanctuary
4702 South King Drive, Chicago

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