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ULM Community Conference 2025

Building Sustainable Communities Through Collaborative Approaches to Food Security and Nutrition

 

Hosted by the University of Louisiana Monroe, this year’s Let Us Dream Community Conference explores the critical theme of "Building Sustainable Communities Through Collaborative Approaches to Food Security and Nutrition." The conference will spotlight successful models, innovative strategies, and grassroots efforts addressing food insecurity and promoting nutrition equity.

Join us as we gather local leaders, nonprofits, educators, health professionals, students, and advocates to explore how collective action can improve food systems and enhance community well-being.

 

October 30, 2025 | 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Bayou Pointe, University of Louisiana Monroe

 

 

Keynote Speaker: ULM President, Carrie L. Castille, Ph.D.

 

 

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Deadline to Register: October 20, 2025

Register Online

 

 

 

 

Agenda

Tentative Conference Schedule | 7:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.

7:30 – 8:15 A.M. 8:20 – 8:30 A.M. 8:30 – 9:00 A.M. 9:00 – 9:10 A.M 9:10 – 9:55 A.M. 10:00 – 10:45 A.M. 10:45 – 10:55 A.M. 11:00 – 11:45 A.M. 11:45 – 11:55 A.M. 12:00 P.M. 12:00 – 1:00 P.M.

Registration & Coffee Opening Remarks Keynote Address Break Panel 1: Social Panel 2: Education Break Panel 3: Health Change Maker Awards, Closing Remarks Adjourn Networking

Attendee check-in, coffee & light refreshments. Vendors open Conference Chair and Master of Ceremonies Dr. Carrie Castille, ULM President Vendors Panelist, Moderator, Q&A Panelist, Moderator, Q&A Vendors 5 Panelist, Moderator, Q&A Conference Committee Departure Reception sponsored by St. Francis Medical Center

 

Nominate a Change Maker Today! Honor someone who embodies resilience, compassion, and vision. Submit a Nomination

 

 

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About Let Us Dream The Let Us Dream organization is a global initiative that empowers communities by fostering inclusive dialogue, promoting social innovation, and encouraging collaborative efforts to solve local and global challenges. With a focus on sustainability, education, and community building, Let Us Dream connects leaders, educators, students, and community members to share best practices and implement transformative solutions. Through its annual conferences held around the world, the organization provides a platform for individuals and institutions to dream together and drive meaningful change. Learn more at letusdream.org

 

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Who Should Attend?

• • Community leaders & activists
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Health & nutrition professionals
  • Educators and students
  • Local government representatives
  • Anyone passionate about sustainable community development and food justice