Beyond Poverty GSO: Bold Ideas, Shared Power, Real Change.

A transformational 2-day Summit by United Way of Greater Greensboro focused on advancing solutions to poverty and socioeconomic inequity.

5 & 7
Nov. 2025

First Presbyterian Church & GTCC Colfax Campus

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Why Attend

Be part of the solution

This Summit isn’t just about discussing poverty. Over two days, you will:

  • Hear inspiring stories from national voices and local leaders
  • Learn practical solutions you can take back to your work, church, or community
  • Connect across sectors with business, government, nonprofit, and grassroots leaders
  • Be empowered to act with resources, tools, and partnerships that spark change

You’ll leave with new connections, practical ideas, and renewed conviction to build a stronger Greensboro.

What to Expect

The Beyond Poverty GSO Summit brings together people who care about building a more just and thriving community. Expect high-energy keynotes, interactive breakout sessions, networking and collaboration, and tools you can use immediately.

Register for one or both days. Space is limited

Day One

November 5, 2025

First Presbyterian Church Mullin Life Center
706 Greene St.,
Greensboro, NC 27401

9:00AM:   Welcome and Opening Remarks

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Poverty Simulation led by Triad Goodwill

An immersive, interactive experience that simulates the daily challenges of living in poverty.

Lunch provided

Day Two

November 7, 2025

Conference Center at GTCC
7908 Leabourne Rd,
Colfax, NC 27235

8:00 AM:   Registration
9:30 AM:   Welcome and Opening Remarks
10:30 AM:   Meet ALICE
12:00 PM:   Lunch
1:30 PM:   Breakout Sessions
2:45 PM:   Advocacy and Action
3:15 PM:   Closing Remarks
4:00 PM:   Event Ends

Topics and Themes

Conversations That Matter

1

Understanding Poverty

The root causes, dimensions, and lived realities

2

Why Poverty Reduction Matters

The impact on community wellbeing and economic vitality

3

Our Responsibility to Act

Inspiration and tools to pursue meaningful change