Young Entrepreneurs Gathering for an Event in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL   Saturday March 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. the Harold Washington Cultural Center, located 4701 S. King Drive will hold its Young Entrepreneurship Pavilion registration and orientation.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for African-American youth is alarming. It is reported that the percentage has risen up to 43.1 in February.

“Recently with the rash of violence highlighted in our community we must bring to mind the entrepreneurial spirit in our youth.” says Jimalita Tillman, executive director of The Harold Washington Cultural Center.  “We must give our youth encouragement, support and access to resources that develop their entrepreneurial skills.”

About the Pavilion:

The Young Entrepreneur Pavilion will run during the Broadway to Bronzeville production of Annie at the Harold Washington Cultural Center. The show opens on April 5, 2013. The pavilion registration and orientation will assist with developing the concept, licensing, and business planning for young people ages 6-25. This is 100% free sponsored in part by Walgreens. Spaces are limited.

About the Harold Washington Cultural Center

 

The Harold Washington Cultural Center (HWCC), is a 501(c) 3 a non-profit organization located in Chicago, Illinois and member of the League of Chicago Theater.  Over 25,000 youth participate in HWCC programs annually. HWCC has a 1,000 seat theater, video editing lab, a full service recording studio, computer lab, 2 story cascading atrium/exhibition hall, and a museum.  The Harold Washington Cultural Center’s mission is to preserve and protect African American culture.  HWCC utilizes performing and media arts to deter at risk behavior in youth.  HWCC partners with community based organizations as well as national and internationally recognized historical arts institutions in content and audience development.