Diversity Committee – The 77

Member Impact. Community Influence.

“The D77” is a committee comprised of diverse real estate leaders, with a designated REALTOR representative assigned to each of our 77 communities. Named after the 77 neighborhoods of Chicago, this body brings local voices and perspectives to the Association’s initiatives.

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Diversity Quick Links

Meet the Diversity Committee

Diversity Resources

Share Your Community Story

Small Business Grants

Sponsor D77 Initiatives & Events

Get Involved

Committee Applications

Leadership Accelerator

Mentorship Program

Our goal is to positively impact and advance the real estate industry and our communities through:

Fair Housing

Community Outreach

Diversity Advocacy

Diversity Resources

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Honoring Disability Pride: Creating Inclusive Paths to Homeownership WHAT IS DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH? July is Disability Pride Month, and this year, it’s celebrating its 35th anniversary! Disability Pride Month began following the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) […]

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CAR Office closed – 4th of July

Friday, July 4 | 8:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, July 8 | 9:00 am

Renewable Real Estate: Case Studies in Green Innovations & Sustainable Development

Wednesday, July 9 | 11:00 am

CommercialForum Power Lunch: Leveraging AI in Commercial Real Estate

Thursday, July 10 | 12:00 pm

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Tuesday, July 15 | 8:00 am

2025 YPN Summer Mixer

Thursday, July 17 | 6:30 pm

118th Annual Golf Classic

Wednesday, July 23 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: How to Brand & Market Yourself

Wednesday, July 30 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Open House

Wednesday, August 6 | 5:30 pm

Boys & Girls Club Carnival

Thursday, August 7 | 10:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Pop-Up

Wednesday, August 13 | 11:30 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, August 14 | 8:00 am

Global Trade Mission – Mexico

Sunday, August 24 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: Collaborating to Success

Wednesday, August 27 | 9:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, September 2 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Wednesday, September 17 | 8:00 am

142nd Inaugural Gala

Friday, September 26 | 5:30 pm

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, November 20 | 8:00 am

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Honoring Disability Pride: Creating Inclusive Paths to Homeownership

By Staff | July 1, 2025

WHAT IS DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH? July is Disability Pride Month, and this year, it’s celebrating its 35th anniversary! Disability Pride Month began following the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) […]

Actionable Ways You Can Lead with Diversity: A 360° Summit Panel Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

How do these top-performing REALTORS® lead and run successful, thriving teams and offices? During our most recent 360° Summit, three powerhouses—Farrah Wilder with REAL Diversity, Erica Esquivel with The Resurrection […]

Practical, Trust-Building tactics For Growth: A 360° Summit Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

The words “diversity, equity and inclusion” are more than just buzzwords—they’re essential components of a thriving business. At our most recent 360° Summit, marketing expert Kelly McDonald, McDonald Marketing, shared […]

3 Ways to Elevate Your Real Estate Practice Through Inclusion: A 360° Summit Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

As REALTORS®, we’re always seeking ways to enhance our services and expand our reach. At this year’s 360° Summit, Ryan Davis of Davis & Associates delivered a thought-provoking presentation on […]

Celebrating 2025 Pride Month

By Staff | June 2, 2025

June is the official month to commemorate and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community throughout our city, state and country! As an association, we continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of […]

Resources for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

By Staff | May 1, 2025

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! According to History.com, “The month of May was chosen for AAPI Heritage Month because it commemorates the immigration of the first Japanese […]

Resources for Jewish American Heritage Month

By Staff | May 1, 2025

In 2006, a Presidential proclamation and Congressional resolution named May Jewish American Heritage Month. Jewish American Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Americans to celebrate and draw inspiration from […]

What You Need To Know: Arab American Heritage Month

By Staff | April 1, 2025

April marks the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month. We continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of our industry and organization. The federal government officially recognizes it as […]