2025 Ignite Your Future Summit | Mayor's Youth Commission

The Mayor's Youth Commission is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Ignite Your Future Summit for youth ages 14-19.

Saturday, July 26
11:30AM – 4:00 PM
UIC Student Center East (750 S. Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607)

Do you know any young Chicagoans (ages 14–19) with big ideas and a passion for making a difference? Don’t let them miss this powerful afternoon of connection, creativity, and community.

This year’s theme is Build, Connect, Innovate and the event will focus on:

• Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Turning ideas into action and creating your own opportunities
• Community & Safe Spaces: Building strong inclusive and supportive environments
• Networking & Connections: Growing your personal and professional network

Event Schedule:

• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch + Networking Hour
• 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Ignite Your Future Summit
• 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Opportunity Fair
  (Meet organizations offering youth leadership and entrepreneurship opportunities)

Lunch, snacks and drinks will be provided!

Attendees will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win Lollapalooza tickets!

Space is limited – Register by July 7:

https://forms.gle/T5i6xRpdVc3VXJy58

Any questions regarding the event can be directed to mayorsyouthcommission@cityofchicago.org

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