Chambana Sun

The City of Champaign is gearing up to host the 2024 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference (CNNC) on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the I Hotel and Conference Center. This event aims to empower neighborhood residents, volunteers, and grassroots organizers to make a positive impact in their communities by providing them with valuable resources and information.

The conference will feature twenty-one workshops covering a range of topics relevant to maintaining vibrant and engaged neighborhoods. Attendees will also have the privilege of listening to Precious McKesson, the President of Neighborhoods USA, as the Keynote Speaker during lunch. Neighborhoods USA is a national organization dedicated to supporting the development and organizing efforts of neighborhood groups and volunteers across the country.

As the event draws near, organizers are reminding interested individuals that registration for the conference is free but seats are limited. The deadline for registration is April 15, 2024. Those looking to participate in the Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference can find more details about the workshops and secure their spot by visiting the City’s website at champaignil.gov/cnnc.