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The Champaign County Community Coalition convened for its monthly meeting on October 9, 2024, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center. Various community organizations shared details about forthcoming events.

A key topic was the Summit on Homelessness set for November 12, 2024, at the Champaign Public Library. The summit will address current services for unhoused individuals, identify care gaps, and plan improvements in housing and support.

Habitat for Humanity highlighted their work's impact on health and well-being due to inadequate housing. They discussed disparities in homeownership across demographics in Champaign County and encouraged community involvement in creating affordable housing options.

The League of Women Voters provided information on voter registration processes and emphasized their student ambassadors' efforts to register high school students to foster civic engagement.

Local law enforcement agencies shared updates on crime trends and upcoming initiatives to enhance public safety and community relations.

The meeting previewed the 2nd Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference scheduled for October 26, 2024, at Parkland College. The conference aims to deepen understanding of mental health within the Black community. Registration is required.

In response to previous youth panel discussions, the Campus-Community Compact to Accelerate Social Justice introduced a Youth Survey developed with community partners. This survey seeks insights into local youths' experiences and perspectives.

During the information-sharing segment, The Salvation Army announced their Christmas Drive plans, while Rosecrance discussed their “Stories of Resilience” fundraiser featuring Ryan Leaf as a special guest. Both organizations invited community participation in their efforts.