Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) proudly celebrates its 30th year working to promote health justice and strengthen public health through innovation and partnerships that align people, strategies, and resources. To mark this moment, PHIMC’s Board and Staff are hosting a 30th Anniversary Reception on November 14, 2024, from 6p.m., to 8p.m., at the American Writers Museum (AWM). As one of the most unique Chicago museums downtown, AWM’s mission is to celebrate the enduring influence of American writers on history, identity, culture, and people’s daily lives. Reception guests will enjoy the company of Chicago’s public health leaders with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, public health trivia, photo opportunities with superhero capes, writing prompts with old fashioned typewriters, and music.  Founded in 1994, PHIMC originally served as an exclusive partner for the Chicago Department of Public Health. Over time, the organization has evolved and now provides leadership across Illinois to a broad range of projects that bring to life a vision of systems that impact how we live, work, and play as compassionate, affirming, and racially equitable, supporting health and well-being for all people. For 30 years, PHIMC has worked across the city, state, and nation to ensure that people in need have access to the care and services they deserve. As a convener and facilitator of collaborations, PHIMC works with organizations serving individuals living in communities marginalized by a long history of oppression.