Media

Press, features, and recognition.

Selected coverage and acknowledgements that document the work and the people building it.

Press & features
  • Southwest Regional Publishing / The Regional News

    Chicago Leader Reshapes Futures Through Elevate Greatness

    May 24, 2025

    A profile on Wanakee Trask and the work of Elevate Greatness in shaping outcomes for Chicago youth.

    Read the article
Recognition
  • Chicago Peace Fellow, Goldin Institute
  • Teach2Give Honoree, ChiGivesBack
  • 2026 Blacktopia Gala Honoree, Association Chicago
  • Black Educational Advocacy Coalition Conference Presenter
  • Featured in The Regional News / Southwest Regional Publishing
  • Keynote Speaker and Panelist
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