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Local Teen Gun Control Advocate Raises Money for The Hate U Give Movie Screening with Talk Back on in Illinois and Detroit
Free event gives back to community by providing access to screening and books, while raising gun violence awareness and activism and the impact on African American teens
Danielle Brown has been elected the 26th national president of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
"I'm humbled by the great opportunity to serve as the 26th National President of Jack and Jill of America, Inc..," Mrs. Brown said. "Opportunities have never been greater for children of color, yet at the same time, they continue to face challenges that have plagued generations before them. The purpose of our organization has always been to equip our children with the tools needed not just to get by in America, but to succeed, to thrive, to lead and to serve in the 21st century. I'm looking forward to continuing the great work done by my predecessors in this regard."
Ford Motor Company is Seeking Unsung Heroes in the Chicago Area
• Ford Freedom Unsung program kicks off to celebrate individuals who went above and beyond in the Chicago area • Call for nominations due Oct. 24; special awards ceremony to be held on Nov. 15 • Ford and its dealers have committed more than $3.5 million dollars in program support in Chicago since 2008
YMCA OF METRO CHICAGO EXPANDS YOUTH SAFETY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago recently received a $1 million grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act Community Violence Program that will allow them to expand their Youth Safety and Violence Prevention (YSVP) initiative to the Woodlawn and South Shore communities as wells as broaden mental health services throughout the city.
After School Matters Annual Gala Highlights Chicago’s Teens
Nearly 800 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters Annual Gala on Monday, September 24 at the Wintrust Arena to celebrate a banner year of successfully providing after-school and summer programs for Chicago teenagers. This year, After School Matters reached more than 18,000 Chicago teenagers who participated in the organization’s programs, which encourage youth to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond.
6th Annual Tech Thursday Event Teaches Businesses How To Use Technology To Grow
The Greater Southwest Development Corporation (GSDC) recently hosted their 6th annual Tech Thursday conference. The event, held at Malcolm X College, exposed current and potential business owners to new technology concepts and technology training that will help to grow businesses and further develop Chicago’s small business community.
Hillary Rodham Clinton, JB Pritzker and Juliana Stratton Hold Roundtable Discussion with High School Women
Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, JB Pritzker and Juliana Stratton recently held a roundtable discussion with high school women about the importance of leadership.
Dove and Dunkin' Celebrate Women Who are Running on Coffee and Dry Shampoo
The pairing of coffee and dry shampoo is the ultimate life hack women everywhere are embracing to help them get through their hectic mornings and busy days, all while rocking beautiful, instantly refreshed hair.
BLUE WAVE DEMOCRATIC DINNER HOST STATE AND LOCAL DEMOCRATIC OFFICIALS
The Rich Township Democratic Organization recently held their Annual Democratic Dinner at the Idlewild Country Club in Flossmoor. This year’s theme was Join the Blue Wave and featured special guests like J.B. Pritzker, Democratic Candidate for Governor, and Senator Toi Hutchinson, 40th District of Illinois.
South Suburban Job Fair Connects Over 100 Residents With Employment Opportunities
The Blue Island/Robbins Neighborhood Network recently held their first job fair for the community. There were over 50 employers present from the surrounding area and over 100 potential employees attended the event. The Job Fair was hosted to help local residents access employment opportunities that would be closer to home and improve their quality of life.
Inaugural Speak Truth Summit Will Engage And Empower Women of Color
The inaugural Speak Truth Summit will take place on Oct. 20-21 at Chicago State University and the Jolly Pumpkin in Hyde Park. The Summit is presented by The Impact Alliance in collaboration with Chicago Black Women in Tech and Womanist Words. This two-day summit has been designed to restore, build, and empower women of color through networking, workshops, panel discussions and a keynote speech delivered by Alicia Garza.
The SOPHY Hyde Park Hotel Is Officially Open For Business
A ribbon cutting ceremony was recently held for the SOPHY Hyde Park, a brand new 98-room boutique hotel in Chicago’s historic Hyde Park neighborhood. The hotel was co-developed by SMART Hotels LLC and The Olympia Companies and is managed by Olympia Hotel Management.
Open Call For Innovative Educator Fellows Now Through Nov. 1
Chicago International Charter School recently launched their open call for applications to be part of the Education Entrepreneur Fellowship program. The Education Entrepreneur Fellowship application window closes on Nov. 1 and up to six Fellows will be selected for the Winter 2019 cohort.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CHICAGO UNVEILS RENOVATION OF EAST GARFIELD PARK FACILITY
More than $500,000 was invested in renovating and transforming the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Club (King Club) in East Garfield Park. A grand reopening ceremony was recently held to reveal the finished work which features a new indoor pool, a renovated recreation center, a high-tech music studio, a new HVAC system, and several cosmetic improvements inside the facility.
