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The CONNECT Community Engagement Conference is hosted annually and brings VCU faculty and staff working on community engagement together with community partners, members, and non-profit leaders. 

This conference serves as a dynamic space to strengthen existing relationships, foster new collaborations, and align ongoing efforts for greater impact across the Richmond community.

CONNECT offers a platform to:

  • Share innovative approaches to community-based teaching, research, and service
  • Strengthen relationships across the university and the broader community
  • Explore strategies for collaboration and long-term impact
  • Inspire action rooted in mutual respect, shared goals, and community wisdom

More information on the CONNECT conference can be found in this story from 2023's conference, or check out our Media Gallery below from our 2024 Conference.

Details on our 2025 CONNECT conference will be announced soon!

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