This bus tour visits historic neighborhoods throughout both north and south St. Louis, exploring the evolution of 20th-century racial divides, how they were perpetuated, and how they affect us all today. The past and present are illustrated through themes of disinvestment, housing vacancy, white flight, and more in neighborhoods such as Dutchtown, Benton Park, Mill Creek Valley, St. Louis Place, and The Ville. In exploring this complex topic, guides will provide space for dialogue and reflection throughout this meaningful experience.
Important Notes
Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour begins. This tour includes short walking distances between multiple stops. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are strongly encouraged.
Program Timeline
Arrival & Check-In: 9:00 am Bus Boarding & Tour Begins: 9:15 am Tour Concludes: 11:30 am Optional Lunch: 11:30 am
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Forum Cares is a new initiative that brings members together to give back to and learn more about the local nonprofit community. For our next outing, we will be volunteering in Rung for Women's garden on Thursday, April 30, from 9-11 a.m. We'll be planting seeds, pulling weeds, and harvesting produce. There will be an option to have lunch together afterwards.
By way of background, Rung for Women harvested over 4,000lbs of produce in 2025. They donate everything to members, staff, and the surrounding community. They also provide recipes and cooking classes—everything from pickling to 30-minute meals.
There's no cost to participate. Rung can accommodate 18 volunteers in its garden.
Join us on May 6 at DOORWAYS’ Jefferson Avenue Campus for a dynamic Housing Rights Panel designed to inform, challenge, and inspire women leaders across the St. Louis region. This timely conversation will explore the urgent realities facing low-income individuals and those battling homelessness, while examining the structural and policy barriers that continue to limit access to safe, stable, and dignified housing. Moderated by fellow Forum member Opal Jones, the discussion will feature leading regional experts who are shaping housing solutions on the ground and advocating for systemic change.
During this engaging session, participants will:
Gain insight into the region’s most pressing affordable housing and homelessness challenges
Examine gaps in policy at the local, state, and federal levels—and what must change
Understand the complexities of developing and operating quality affordable housing
Learn how advocacy efforts are evolving and where leadership is urgently needed
Identify tangible ways to collaborate, influence policy, and drive meaningful progress
This forum is an opportunity not only to learn—but to lead!
The Issues Exploration committee is committed to curating experiences to deep dive into Human Rights topics over the next two fiscal years. We will be guided by the principles in the mission statement below:
Human rights are the fundamental freedoms and protections that belong to every individual, and for women, these rights must include equitable access to healthcare, housing, safety, economic opportunity, and reproductive autonomy.
Our work recognizes that feminism, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and intersectionality are essential lenses through which we examine human rights issues.
We are committed to fostering civil discourse around the regional challenges women face, while honoring the diverse experiences that shape their lives. Through inclusive education and dialogue, we aim to advance understanding and action toward a more just and equitable society for all women.
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
Join us to celebrate our 2026 Trailblazer: JoAnne Levy!
The Trailblazer Award was created in 1994 to recognize a woman who is an influential community leader, “the first” in her field, or who has made a significant contribution toward elevating the image of women in business.
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This event is the premier celebratory St. Louis Forum event of the year, bringing together leaders from across the region to honor exceptional achievement and impact. The awardee represents the very essence of the St. Louis Forum—leadership, innovation, service, and a commitment to advancing women in business and the community.
Please join me at BrickTop's for a great meal and even better conversation. Your first drink is on me.
Location address will be provided to registrants prior to the Dine Around.
Host
Tiffany Slater
CEO & Senior HR Consultant, HR TailorMade
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I'm excited to have you join me for an intimate Cuban-inspired dinner in the Central West End. Dine Arounds are one of my favorite ways to connect with women in the Forum in a smaller setting, with great conversation and a meal that feels like a mini getaway. Expect bright flavors, cozy vibes, and fun. Parking is available on the street or the nearby garage - entrance off Forest Park just past Euclid.
Host
Gabriela Ramirez-Arellano
VP, Entrepreneurship, Cortex Innovation Community
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Please join me for an art filled Forum dinner gathering in our home and studio. Food and beverages provided including nonalcoholic items. Bring your favorite appetizer to share!
Host
Stacey Morse
Co-Founder, The Morse Group
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The Dine Arounds are my favorite time of year, and I look forward to hosting you! Join me for an evening of good food, great conversation, and connecting with fellow St. Louis Forum members in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Location address will be provided to registrants prior to the Dine Around.
Host
Dawn Gipson
Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Centene Corporation
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
I'm excited to host Forum members at my home (O'Fallon, MO) for a Chef prepared meal. Please include any dietary restrictions when you register.
Location address will be provided to registrants prior to the Dine Around.
Host
Zundra Bryant
SVP, Global People Experiences and Services, Cushman & Wakefield
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
Join me for mouthwatering Syrian fare at Sultan Mediterranean Restaurant in the city's Grove neighborhood. Delicious menu featuring many grilled meats and vegetarian options. For instance, savor the Sultan Pilaf (protein and vegetarian filo dough pockets filled with rice, nuts and raisins). Only caveat is that the owners (for religious purposes) do not serve or allow alcoholic drinks. But there are plenty of tasty alternatives!
Host
Anna Crosslin
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
Location address will be provided to registrants prior to the Dine Around.
Host
Eulonda Nevels
Partner, EMD Consulting
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
Please join me at my home in Clayton for a vegetarian or maybe pescatarian dinner.
Location address will be provided to registrants prior to the Dine Around.
Host
Wendy Edelstein
Founder and Executive Coach, Changeover Coaching
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org. more info...
Please join us for a quarterly networking luncheon hosted by our Trailblazers. You'll have the opportunity to connect with other members and get to know and learn from our Trailblazer Award winners.
Registration will close on one week prior to the event. Refunds are available to your prepay balance or original payment method prior the close of registration. Once registration has closed, we have submitted our expected attendance count to the venue and/or caterers. Please note that we may opt to extend registration for circumstantial reasons. The date above will continue to be the last date that a refund will be available. For more information, please contact admin@stlforum.org.
