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Occupy the Streets of Chicago! March for Peace on June 21st!

On June 21st, join Father Michael Pfleger and Chicago’s Faith Community of Saint Sabina for an end of the school year march promoting PEACE on the streets of the Windy City.

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Don’t Miss YOUTH VOICES: TRUTH AND CHOICES

Don’t miss YOUTH VOICES: TRUTH AND CHOICES; A culturally enriching and empowering event featuring Chicago’s youth-led organizations & guest speaker Dr. Beth Richie.

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EVENT: Juvenile Injustice – The Criminalization of Youth in Palestine and Chicago

The Arab Jewish Partnership for Peace and Justice in the Middle East invites you to attend Juvenile Injustice: The Criminalization of Youth in Palestine and Chicago It takes place Saturday, May 11th at Alhambra Palace Restaurant. The program begins at 12:30pm Check out the event flyer for more information:

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From the White House to the Southside: Can Digital Media Save Young People’s Lives?

Join us to explore the possibilities of transforming the lives of young people through new media technologies. Featuring Cathy Cohen, Biko Baker, Martin Marcias, and more! The event takes place on April 20th, from 3 to 6pm at Experimental Station; 6100 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL

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Watch FREE ANGELA DAVIS & ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS at UChicago TONIGHT at 6PM

Don’t miss a free screening of the highly anticipated documentary Free Angela Davis and All Political Prisoners at the University of Chicago tonight at 6pm!

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Screening of Documentary WOKE UP BLACK at Harold Washington College on Feb. 25th!

Filmmaker and activist Mary F. Morten’s documentary Woke Up Black will screen at Harold Washington College, 30 East Lake Street, Room 103, in downtown Chicago on Monday, February 25, at 3 p.m. Don’t miss this fascinating film. More info after the jump!

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Don’t Miss TURNOUT THE VOTE: A Rally Promoting Voter Participation and Fighting Voter Suppression!

Don’t miss Turnout The Vote, a rally and concert promoting voter participation and fighting voter suppression! The event goes down Friday, November 2nd, at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, IL (400 W. 95th Street). The festivities begin at 6pm. Click the above flier for more info! We’ll see you there!

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WOKE UP BLACK Documentary Screening at Chicago Cultural Center Oct. 24th

Woke Up Black to screen at Chicago Cultural Center on October 24 In Q&A with NPR’s Cheryl Corley, youth discuss their personal stories and the importance of the 2012 vote WHAT:             Complimentary screening of compelling documentary by Chicago filmmaker and activist Mary F. Morten, nominated for 2012 Black Excellence Award for Film Direction. Morten and two youth featured [...]

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Don’t Miss the Innovation & Impact Forum for Black Male Achievement Webcast

Don’t miss the live webcast of the  Innovation & Impact Forum for Black Male Achievement TODAY (October 3rd), between 8:30am – 6:00pm. The first ever Innovation & Impact Forum for Black Male Achievement will connect committed leaders from philanthropy, nonprofit, business, and government to collaborate and ensure that progress continues in improving the life outcomes [...]

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Don’t Miss the Chicago International Youth Peace Movement Kickoff Concert f/ FM SUPREME!

Next Tuesday, the city of Chicago will witness the launch of The Chicago International Youth Peace Movement. Part of a larger grassroots campaign for peace, the event will feature a concert headlined by Chicago’s very own FM Supreme, and coincide with the release of her powerful new music video, “No Turning Back.” As a proud [...]

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