More than 100 community members, researchers, and students gathered on May 28, 2026, for the second annual West Philly Research Day, hosted by the Promise Zone Research Connection at Drexel University. The event focused on strengthening trust, collaboration, and alignment between academic research and community priorities through keynote remarks, a panel discussion, and networking opportunities. Attendees emphasized the importance of equitable partnerships, transparency, and sustained engagement to ensure research meaningfully benefits West Philadelphia communities.