Center for Healthcare Innovation

10/07/2026

Our CEO, Wendy Thompson, is taking the stage at the Center for Healthcare Innovation’s 14th Annual Health Equity & Innovation Symposium at the Obama Presidential Center!

Through executive conversations, expert panels, and community perspectives, she’ll join fellow healthcare leaders to explore the issues, innovations, roles, and partnerships contributing to better health outcomes and how we can build a more diverse and community-connected workforce.

We’re so proud to see Friend Health’s mission and vision represented at this leading industry event.

10/06/2026

Meaningful change happens when students, professionals, and community members come together. CHI is inviting volunteers and interns to support the work behind the scenes at our 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium and throughout our year-round engagements, including virtual opportunities.

Volunteers who serve at the symposium attend both days free of charge. We also have spaces for volunteer facilitators who want to continue supporting CHI’s mission: making sure that, no matter where you are, you have access to healthcare.

14th Annual Health Equity Symposium
October 29–30 | 9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago

Whether you are looking to contribute your time, gain experience, build connections, or deepen your commitment to health equity, there is a place for you at CHI.

Learn more and apply: chisite.org/volunteers-and-interns
Questions? Reach out to [email protected].

09/23/2026

09/23/2026

As the week winds down, don’t miss your chance to attend CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium, and bring someone with you! 🎟️

Our 2-for-1 ticket sale at the special discounted ticket price opens today at 5 PM and closes Sunday at 12 PM. Get two tickets for the price of one and join healthcare leaders, professionals, researchers, advocates, and community partners working to advance health equity.

📅 October 29–30, 2026
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM CST
📍 The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago
💻 Virtual access available

Purchase your tickets now at chisite.org/events-all/symposium26.

A special thank-you to our partners at 4S Wellness Services for being an incredible community sponsor and helping make it possible for more people to attend this important symposium at the Obama Center. We are grateful for your commitment to expanding access and strengthening our community.

Don’t wait: this special offer ends Sunday at 12 PM!

09/17/2026

As the week winds down, here’s your reminder to grab your ticket to the Center for Healthcare Innovation’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium.

This symposium is an opportunity for healthcare professionals, organizations, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders to connect, share evidence-based insights, and advance practical solutions for health equity. Make sure your organization is represented!

Interested in sponsorship opportunities, including display tables? Reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more.

October 29–30 | 9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago
Virtual access available

Register today: chisite.org/events-all/symposium26

09/14/2026

Health equity grows when communities, organizations, and healthcare leaders come together around the issues that matter most.

CHI is recruiting people in Chicago who are interested in joining our Community Circle work focused on three important areas: HIV, oncology, and brain health.

Healthcare professionals, community advocates, researchers, organizations, patients, caregivers, and others committed to health equity are invited to get involved in one or more of these areas. Community Circles create space to connect communities with organizations and leaders across the healthcare industry, share knowledge, identify needs, and support meaningful action.

Want to continue the conversation and learn more about how Community Circles work? Join us at CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium, “Building Communities of Resources.”

October 29–30 | 9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago
Virtual access available

Learn more and register: chisite.org/events-all/symposium26

09/11/2026

The conversations that move health equity forward begin with listening, shared understanding, and a willingness to act.

At CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium, healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, and community leaders will come together around “Building Communities of Resources”: exploring the challenges shaping health outcomes, sharing insights grounded in lived experience and evidence, and identifying practical pathways toward greater health equity.

Join us to discover how meaningful dialogue can build connection, strengthen collaboration, and inspire action.

October 29–30 | 9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago
Virtual access also available

Learn more and register: chisite.org/events-all/symposium26

09/04/2026

We are proud to announce Julius Pryor III as host of CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium.

With this year’s theme, “Building Communities of Resources,” Julius will lead a meaningful conversation about the partnerships, pathways, and practical resources needed to advance health equity and strengthen communities.

Join the Center for Healthcare Innovation, healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, and community leaders for two days of learning, connection, and action.

October 29–30
9 AM–5 PM CST
The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center, Chicago

Be part of the dialogue on health equity. Learn more and purchase tickets at chisite.org/events-all/symposium26 or scan the QR code on the graphic.

09/03/2026

Two tickets. One powerful opportunity to advance health equity. 🎟️

For a limited time, our 2-for-1 ticket deal gives you two tickets for the price of one at the CHI member rate.

Join CHI’s 14th Annual Health Equity Symposium on October 29–30, from 9 AM–5 PM CST, at The Special Exhibits Gallery, The Obama Presidential Center.

Planning to attend virtually? Virtual attendees will get a first look at how they can continue the conversation beyond the symposium and engage with healthcare leaders after the event. Visit the symposium event page to explore virtual access and secure your tickets.

The special sale ends Sunday, September 6. Next week, there will be another 2-for-1 sale: but at the regular ticket price. Purchase now to take advantage of this limited CHI member-rate offer.

Learn more and purchase tickets: chisite.org/events-all/symposium26