Join Need in Deed for our 3rd Annual Educational Equity Forum, Embracing Community Wisdom.

In a moment when many of us are seeking ways to stay connected and grounded, this conversation invites us to look toward the knowledge that already exists within our schools and neighborhoods.

Together, we’ll explore questions such as:

• What does it look like when schools truly partner with their surrounding communities?
• How can educators center family voices and lived experience in the classroom?
• What becomes possible when we build with—not for—young people and their families?

Featuring:

• Dr. Pauline Cheung, Principal, Francis Scott Key School
• Suzanne Cilli, Third Grade Teacher, Albert Greenfield Elementary School
• MeKia Elizabeth, Community Impact Manager, Harmony Hill 
• Moderated by Philadelphia City Councilmember Kendra Brooks

Time: 

Monday, February 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 

Doors open at 6:30pm

Location: 

First United Methodist Church of Germantown*

6001 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144

ASL Interpretation provided. 

*The event will be live streamed, as well. Please RSVP for either the in-person OR the online event using the following link: https://www.greenvelope.com/event/need-in-deeds-educational-equity-forum-embracing-community-wisdom

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