Power of Proximity Summit

What Sets Our Summit Apart

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Power of Proximity is a movement bringing together people closest to the work to reimagine equitable, place-based community transformation.

What sets this summit apart is that the people most impacted by systemic challenges are not just attendees; they are leaders, contributors, and co-creators of the solutions driving real change in our community.

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RELIVE THE MAGIC FROM LAST YEAR

Keynote Address: Geoffrey Canada

Redesigning Discipline: Education, Not Incarceration

CEO of For Oak Cliff, Taylor Toynes

Embryo to Success: Designing An Equitable Continuum of Opportunity

Funding The Revolution with Dr. Cheryl Dorsey and Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • The Power of Proximity Summit is for:

    • Community leaders and neighborhood advocates

    • Nonprofit professionals and community-based organizations

    • Educators, school staff, and school district leaders

    • Funders and philanthropic partners

    • Students and young leaders

    • Public sector and civic leaders

    • Residents of Oak Cliff and the surrounding community

    • Individuals who want to build partnerships and create community-driven solutions

  • The Power of Proximity Summit is a one-day gathering that brings together place-based organizations, educators, students, funders, nonprofit leaders, corporate partners, and community members to explore collaborative solutions to systemic challenges through proximity-driven and community-centered work.

    • The summit will take place on Saturday, September 19.

    • Location will be announced closer to the date.

  • Yes, all attendees must register in advance to attend the summit.

  • Yes! Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations and businesses interested in supporting the summit.

    Please contact Sydney Chandler - sydney.chandler@foroakcliff.org

  • This event is free and open to the community; however, donations are welcomed and greatly appreciated to help support the continued impact of the Power of Proximity Summit and future community-driven initiatives.