The nonprofit Community Impact Council of Mesa County is hosting a forum, “Community Insights: Building a Resilient Public,” on Oct. 7.

The forum is free and open to the public and will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Art Center of Western Colorado, 1803 N. Seventh St. in Grand Junction. Doors open at 5 p.m., and snacks and refreshments will be available for attendees.

A panel of community experts will discuss three major topics: people; learning; and lands. Attendees will hear about key issues facing our region, how cross-sector organizations are responding to rapid change, and what resiliency looks like in practice to build a more responsive and stable community.

Audience members will have the opportunity to ask the panelists questions after their presentations.

Registration is encouraged, but not required, at www.communityimpactcouncil.org/events or by calling 970-986-5819.

The Community Impact Council is a coalition of some 80 area nonprofits, municipal agencies, businesses and individuals. Its membership represents a wide range of charitable organizations, including those in human services, animal welfare, the environment and the arts.)