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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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

Meet the 77

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Celebrating 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month “The idea for Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated throughout the latter half of September and the first half of October, began as a way to promote the history, culture, and contributions […]

Upcoming Events

Coffee With Your GAD
Tuesday, February 3 | 9:00 am
2026 YPN Kick-Off Mixer
Thursday, February 5 | 6:30 pm
Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement
Tuesday, February 10 | 8:00 am
Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – President’s Day
Monday, February 16 | 8:00 am
D77 Community Meetups
Tuesday, February 17 | 10:00 am
YPN Breakfast: From Contact to Close: Building Business With New Leads
Wednesday, February 25 | 9:00 am
Coffee with Your GAD
Tuesday, March 3 | 9:00 am
Titans of Industry: Women in Real Estate Brunch
Thursday, March 5 | 9:00 am
CommercialForum: Kickstart Your Career in Commercial Real Estate
Thursday, March 12 | 2:45 pm
Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement
Wednesday, March 18 | 8:00 am
March D77 Community Meetup
Thursday, March 19 | 12:00 pm
YPN Breakfast: Your Money ABC’s:  Accounting, Budgeting & Consistency
Wednesday, March 25 | 9:00 am
The 2025 Sales Awards
Thursday, April 2 | 6:30 pm
Coffee With Your GAD
Tuesday, April 7 | 9:00 am
YPN Breakfast: April
Wednesday, April 29 | 9:00 am
YPN Breakfast: May
Wednesday, May 27 | 9:00 am
Coffee With Your GAD
Tuesday, June 2 | 9:00 am
YPN Breakfast: June
Wednesday, June 24 | 9:00 am
Coffee With Your GAD
Tuesday, July 7 | 9:00 am
SAVE THE DATE – 119th Annual Golf classic
Thursday, July 23 | 8:00 am
YPN Breakfast: July
Wednesday, July 29 | 9:00 am
YPN Breakfast: August
Wednesday, August 26 | 9:00 am
Coffee With Your GAD
Tuesday, September 1 | 9:00 am
Save The Date – 143rd Inaugural Gala
Thursday, September 24
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Native American Heritage Month: Learn, Celebrate & Advocate

November is Native American Heritage Month. We are proud to celebrate and recognize the diverse culture, traditions, achievements and contributions, as well as raise awareness about the historic and current […]

Celebrating 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month

“The idea for Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated throughout the latter half of September and the first half of October, began as a way to promote the history, culture, and contributions […]

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) […]

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

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

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

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

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

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 […]