real discussions about education and family life in Chicago
Subscribe TodayA Place for All: Concordia Conversations
Hosted by Jennifer Backstrom, Assistant Director of Concordia Place on Ravenswood, this video series brings you conversations with the people at the heart of our mission – our leaders, staff, families, partners, and industry leaders. Come explore what it means to create “A Place for All” where every child, teen, and family has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Whether you’re part of the Concordia Place family or just getting to know us, these conversations offer an authentic look at our work, our values, and the community we’re building together across Chicago.
Place for All: Episode 2
Our second episode features Rosa Ramirez-Richter, a former parent and board member, to talk about how engagement and keeping our students and families happy matters.
Place for All: Episode 1
In our first episode, Grace Araya, President and CEO, sits down with Jennifer and shares the foundation of our mission, the programs that serve over 1,000 individuals annually, and why creating access to quality early childhood education and youth development matters for our community.
