Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit
Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit
Educate. Activate. Advocate.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for the Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit, a powerful community event focused on education, advocacy, and creating pathways to opportunity. This summit is designed to support individuals impacted by the justice system by providing access to legal resources, employment opportunities, and organizations committed to second chances.
Event Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – Summit Begins
3:00 p.m. – Event Concludes
Expungement & Record Sealing Assistance
Clear Your Record. Open New Opportunities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to receive professional guidance on the expungement and record-sealing process. Experienced legal professionals will be available to provide free consultations and help determine eligibility for available options.
Services include:
- Guidance on eligible offenses
- Assistance understanding the expungement and sealing process
- Support in preparing next steps toward clearing your record
- Access to volunteer attorneys available on site
What to Bring
To help the volunteer attorney advance your petition, please bring:
- Valid photo ID
- Rap sheet (criminal history record)
- Case number(s)
- Specific court disposition paperwork
Please plan ahead: Allow approximately three weeks to obtain criminal records, including fingerprint scans, before the event.
Vendor & Employment Fair
Connect. Discover. Advance.
Meet directly with community-minded organizations offering:
- Second-chance employment opportunities
- Vocational training resources
- Workforce development services
- Community support organizations
- Employers recruiting on site
This is an opportunity to connect with organizations that recognize the value of experience, resilience, and second chances.
Event Partners
This event is brought to you by:
Barbara W. Smith Life Center – Second Chance Collaboration
In partnership with:
Office of Cook County Fifth District Commissioner
Dr. Keisha McCaskill
Registration Information
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to help us prepare for attendees. Walk-in registration will also be available on the day of the event.
Register today:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justice-witness-expungement-summit-tickets-1994092042980?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Join us as we educate, activate, and advocate for stronger communities, restored opportunities, and a cleared path forward.
Barbara W. Smith New Life Center1130 E 154th St
South Holland, IL 60473
Sat, August 15, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location Barbara W. Smith New Life Center
1130 E 154th St
South Holland, IL 60473
Website
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justice-witness-expungement-summit-tickets-1994092042980...
DescriptionJustice, Witness, and Expungement Summit
Educate. Activate. Advocate.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for the Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit, a powerful community event focused on education, advocacy, and creating pathways to opportunity. This summit is designed to support individuals impacted by the justice system by providing access to legal resources, employment opportunities, and organizations committed to second chances.
Event Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – Summit Begins
3:00 p.m. – Event Concludes
Expungement & Record Sealing Assistance
Clear Your Record. Open New Opportunities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to receive professional guidance on the expungement and record-sealing process. Experienced legal professionals will be available to provide free consultations and help determine eligibility for available options.
Services include:
- Guidance on eligible offenses
- Assistance understanding the expungement and sealing process
- Support in preparing next steps toward clearing your record
- Access to volunteer attorneys available on site
What to Bring
To help the volunteer attorney advance your petition, please bring:
- Valid photo ID
- Rap sheet (criminal history record)
- Case number(s)
- Specific court disposition paperwork
Please plan ahead: Allow approximately three weeks to obtain criminal records, including fingerprint scans, before the event.
Vendor & Employment Fair
Connect. Discover. Advance.
Meet directly with community-minded organizations offering:
- Second-chance employment opportunities
- Vocational training resources
- Workforce development services
- Community support organizations
- Employers recruiting on site
This is an opportunity to connect with organizations that recognize the value of experience, resilience, and second chances.
Event Partners
This event is brought to you by:
Barbara W. Smith Life Center – Second Chance Collaboration
In partnership with:
Office of Cook County Fifth District Commissioner
Dr. Keisha McCaskill
Registration Information
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to help us prepare for attendees. Walk-in registration will also be available on the day of the event.
Register today:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justice-witness-expungement-summit-tickets-1994092042980?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Join us as we educate, activate, and advocate for stronger communities, restored opportunities, and a cleared path forward.
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Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit
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Barbara W. Smith New Life Center
Sat, August 15, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
1130 E 154th St
South Holland, IL 60473
Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit
Educate. Activate. Advocate.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for the Justice, Witness, and Expungement Summit, a powerful community event focused on education, advocacy, and creating pathways to opportunity. This summit is designed to support individuals impacted by the justice system by providing access to legal resources, employment opportunities, and organizations committed to second chances.
Event Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – Summit Begins
3:00 p.m. – Event Concludes
Expungement & Record Sealing Assistance
Clear Your Record. Open New Opportunities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to receive professional guidance on the expungement and record-sealing process. Experienced legal professionals will be available to provide free consultations and help determine eligibility for available options.
Services include:
- Guidance on eligible offenses
- Assistance understanding the expungement and sealing process
- Support in preparing next steps toward clearing your record
- Access to volunteer attorneys available on site
What to Bring
To help the volunteer attorney advance your petition, please bring:
- Valid photo ID
- Rap sheet (criminal history record)
- Case number(s)
- Specific court disposition paperwork
Please plan ahead: Allow approximately three weeks to obtain criminal records, including fingerprint scans, before the event.
Vendor & Employment Fair
Connect. Discover. Advance.
Meet directly with community-minded organizations offering:
- Second-chance employment opportunities
- Vocational training resources
- Workforce development services
- Community support organizations
- Employers recruiting on site
This is an opportunity to connect with organizations that recognize the value of experience, resilience, and second chances.
Event Partners
This event is brought to you by:
Barbara W. Smith Life Center – Second Chance Collaboration
In partnership with:
Office of Cook County Fifth District Commissioner
Dr. Keisha McCaskill
Registration Information
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to help us prepare for attendees. Walk-in registration will also be available on the day of the event.
Register today:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/justice-witness-expungement-summit-tickets-1994092042980?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Join us as we educate, activate, and advocate for stronger communities, restored opportunities, and a cleared path forward.
Barbara W. Smith New Life Center1130 E 154th St
South Holland, IL 60473