Planning with Youth: Building Stronger Communities Together
September 16 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Date & Time
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (12-1 p.m.)
Location
Virtual
An Innovative Cities Lecture
Learn how meaningful youth participation can transform planning, design, and community development. Through case studies from communities across the United States and Territory NFP in Chicago, speakers will demonstrate innovative strategies for engaging young people using hands-on workshops, creative activities, and youth-led initiatives that foster leadership and translate ideas into tangible neighborhood improvements. The session will also feature perspectives from a Chicago Territory Fellow, highlighting the personal impact of authentic engagement and illustrating how empowering youth as subject experts can lead to stronger projects and lasting community change.