The theme of the Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries Youth Services Program Youth Summit was “Safety”.

Furthermore, each presenter and vendor gave powerful testimonies, as well as resources that the youth could use in reaching their future goals.

Our team would like to thank Dr. Loretta Meeks for coordinating the event and being a constant advocate for the program and youth in our community. Also, we want to recognize our vendors and presenters who made this event a success.
Candace Silas, Director of the WEI and Pathway Program at Lincoln Land Community College
Monican Walls Butler, M.P.A. Educator, Springfield Southeast High School
Doug Collins, Head Girls Basketball Coach, Lanphier High School and Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame Inductee
Tony Daniel, Assistant Girls Basketball Coach, Lanphier High School and Chicago Athletic League Hall of Fame Inductee
Jeremy Bell, Director of Vocational Services MA, LSW, QIDP, QMHP
D’Terrion Corneal, Mentor/AmeriCorps Volunteer, Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries, Club Basketball Coach
Daivyon Bates, Mentor/AmeriCorps Volunteer, Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries, Club Basketball Coach
Amiya Brownlee, Land of Lincoln Goodwill GoodGuides, Youth Leader
Franshandra Owens, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SIU Medicine
Claudia Johnson, Principal, Enos Elementary School
Dr. Lesa Johnson, University of Illinois Springfield
Special thanks to Gertrudes Taste of Heaven, The Jerk Shop, and PT’s Barbecue for catering the event.