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Home » News » City’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion to Host “Community Conversations “Event

City’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion to Host “Community Conversations “Event

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March, 4, 2025

The City of South Bend’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is hosting its first “Community Conversations” event on Thursday, March 20from 3:30-5:00pm at the Howard Park Event Center.

This fireside chat-style event aims to foster dialogue between small business owners, entrepreneurs and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to ensure they understand the services available to support their growth.

The event will feature:

  • Meet the ODI Team – Learn about programs designed to support small businesses and entrepreneurs
  • Small Business Assistance Suite Panel – Hear from program administrators and business coaches on available resources.
  • Community Q&A – Share challenges and opportunities to help shape future initiatives.

This event is free and open to all small business owners, entrepreneurs, and those interested in learning more about ODI business support services in South Bend.

Spots for this event are limited. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ODCI-Community-Conversation.

Event details:

What: City’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion Office to Host Community Conversations Event

When: Thursday, March 20 from 3:30-5:00pm

Where: Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St Louis Blvd.

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