Last November, when Reverend Jen Bailey came to Chicago from Nashville, Tennessee to attend Upswell, she expected to meet up with old colleagues, and learn from leaders that she’d long followed as executive director of Faith Matters Network. She also works with the Greater Good Science Center on how changemakers…
George Aye found he had a lot to learn when transitioning from commercial design to human-centered design. And what he’ll share with sector leaders in his workshop will inform their decisions when selecting designers best-suited to help them meet the needs of the communities they serve. Learn more about George,…
In the aftermath of the 2016 elections, our country continues to be pulled apart by differences, rather than bound and strengthened by what connects us. UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center (GGSC) is trying to address this issue head-on through its Bridging Differences initiative, which mixes science and storytelling to…
It’s become something of a tradition to seek out a local artist to create the physical NGen Leadership Award, ensuring that each year’s winner has a keepsake that is unique and meaningful – and this year is no exception. We found Chad Kouri through the nonprofit Hyde Park Art Center…
Each year, Independent Sector’s NGen Leadership Award is presented to one changemaker age 40 or younger who has demonstrated transformative impact and collaborative leadership in addressing a critical societal need. Historically, this award has been a bellwether. It’s awarded annually to a changemaker who’s already doing astonishing work and staying…
Join Silvia Paz during her Upswell Chicago Spark Talk for an eye-opening discussion about the role that narrative and society’s deeply held beliefs play in advancing equity. Silvia is among the six finalists vying for the 2019 NGen Leadership Award, presented annually to a changemaker age 40 or younger who…
Join Rochelle Keyhan for a Turn the Curve discussion about how sex workers and sex trafficking survivors can collaborate and achieve common goals to secure passage and adoption of thoughtful public policies that address these two societal concerns. Rochelle is among the six finalists vying for the 2019 NGen Leadership…
Join Caroline Whistler during her Upswell Chicago Spark Talk to find out how government and community partnerships are being reimagined to support community residents in reaching their full potential. Caroline is among the six finalists vying for the 2019 NGen Leadership Award, presented annually to a changemaker age 40 or…
Join James Dold for his Upswell Chicago Spark Talk to learn how his challenging life story taught him how the power of love can transform suffering into hope, and how hardship experiences can help you become a better and more effective changemaker. James is among the six finalists vying for…
The dangers of vaping remain at the top of the headlines. Join Megan Jacobs during her Upswell Chicago Spark Talk to learn how she’s helping young people stop vaping through a text messaging program that shares the advice of other young people who have quit e-cigarettes. Megan is among the six…