Union League Boys & Girls Club opening sites at several Chicago schools
Alonso Pasillas, director of operations at the Union League Boys & Girls Club, talks about their new expansion to seven South and West Side schools.
Voice of Change: Companies rethinking community investment strategies
Corporations emerged as the leading funding source for social and racial justice initiatives after the police killing of George Floyd last year, according to a report. And Jonathan Swain, CEO of Link Unlimited Scholars, says he's noticed a change in the way companies think about investing in their communities.
Chicagoans honored as finalists in 'Rising Voices' film initiative
Deondray and Quincy Lenear Gossfield talk about being recognized as finalists in the Indeed 'Rising Voices' initiative for their filmmaking.
What's next for the future of policing in America?
Dr. Lauren Tucker, founder and CEO of Do What Matters, talks about public safety and how policing policies could shift in the coming years.
Chicago's BMRC celebrates 15 years of preserving Black experiences
Marcia Walker-McWilliams, executive director of the Black Metropolis Research Consortium, talks about their mission as an organization and what they hope to achieve in the future.
'Pride in the Pews' seeks acceptance for LGBTQ Christians in the Black church
Don Abram, founder of 'Pride in the Pews,' elaborates on the importance of inclusivity in places of worship.
Attorney creates board game to teach kids about police encounters
Attorney April D. Preyar talks about the inspiration behind her new board game that aims to educate youth about safe and appropriate ways to handle police encounters.
Cecil McDonald, Jr. talks about his new exhibit 'Cuts and Beats'
Chicago artist and educator Cecil McDonald, Jr. talks about the inspiration behind his new solo exhibit at the Hyde Park Art Center, 'Cuts and Beats.'
Black Public Safety Alliance seeks to repair divisiveness between police and communities of color
Marcus Gray and Lt. Davina Ward from Black Public Safety Alliance talk about their efforts to mend the relationship between police and communities of color after centuries of marginalization.
Impact of racial trauma goes further than skin deep
Dr. Cynthia Langtiw from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology talks about the devestating impact of racial trauma and how recent events can trigger the serious public health issue.
West Side United looks to address healthcare inequality
Ayesha Jaco, executive director at West Side United, talks about their mission to create healthier and stronger communities by addressing healthcare inequality.
Chicago parents launch YouTube channel to boost representation
Justin and Patrice Brim talk about their YouTube channel, Jools TV, and the importance of representation for children viewing media online.
'I Hear Ya' podcast dives into important issues of racism, bias and prejudice
Pastors Odell Cleveland and Alex McFarland talk about their podcast, 'I Hear Ya,' where they have honest and probing conversations about racism and prejudice.
Moody Nolan gives back to community, paves way for other Black-owned architecture firms
Renauld D. Mitchell from Moody Nolan talks about what they're doing to even the playing field for Black entrepreneurs.
Company helping women eliminate the gender pay gap
Ashley Kirkwood from 'Speak Your Way To Cash' talks about what her company is doing to help women land high-paying jobs and contracts.
How companies can leverage employee activism
Dr. Lauren Tucker, founder and CEO of Do What Matters, explains the dynamics of employee activism and the importance of workers standing up for their beliefs.
Addressing the racial wealth gap with concrete financial planning goals
Wealth management advisor Andrea Williams from Northwestern Mutual talks about the importance of addressing the racial wealth gap.
4NE1GIRL aims to empower girls, strengthen bonds between mothers and daughters
Pamela Bettison from 4NE1GIRL talks about the uplifting mission behind her organization.
First Black woman transplant surgeon joins National Kidney Foundation Health Equity Committee
Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White talks about her decision to become a member of the National Kidney Foundation Health Equity Committee and the change she hopes to enact in her new position.
Voice of Change: Exposing injustice through fashion
The Ready Generation exposes injustice through fashion. The founder, Destiny Wesley, talks about her company and how what you wear has the power to speak and challenge inequity.