Keynote & Panel Discussion with Mickey Fearn

Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM

Location:  Hotchkiss Field Community Center

What does true equity look like across Richmond’s neighborhoods?

Join us for an evening of conversation with Mickey Fearn, a nationally recognized leader in parks and civic innovation. Drawing on his experience as former Deputy Director of the National Park Service, Mickey will explore how we can reimagine the relationship between residents and government to create public spaces that truly serve everyone.

Following his remarks, we’re thrilled to welcome a panel discussion featuring Nathan Burrell, Executive Director of Groundwork RVA, and Giles Garrison, Programs and Operations Manager with the City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities.

Join us as we explore:

• Addressing Inequity: Moving toward fair funding and park locations across the city.
• Collaborative Stewardship: How residents and nonprofits can co-create and care for public land.
• Making Change Happen: Unlocking community ideas to create greenspace developments that endure.

This free event is open to everyone, but space is limited and registration is required. Based on past events, we expect it to fill up quickly. Register Here

Thank you to Speaker Sponsor:  Paul Nelson and Lee Turlington Nelson

Thank you Canopy Sponsor:  Troutman, Pepper, and Locke