Alderman Walter Burnett Advises Peace Fellows at City Hall

On July 16, the Peace Fellows met with one of Chicago’s most influential elected officials, Alderman Walter Burnett of the 27th Ward. Fellows Jacquelyn Moore, Pamela Butts, Jeanette Coleman, Gloria… Continue reading Alderman Walter Burnett Advises Peace Fellows at City Hall

Peace Fellows Visit Telpochcalli in Little Village

On Friday, June 14, Chicago Peace Fellow Maria Velazquez invited her peers to the Telpochcalli Elementary School, an institution in the Little Village neighborhood that the community organization she leads,… Continue reading Peace Fellows Visit Telpochcalli in Little Village

Peace Fellow Spotlight: Gloria Smith

What are some important updates in your current work? The Black Star Project is a multifaceted initiative known for its actions with programs on education, culture, economic and workforce development,… Continue reading Peace Fellow Spotlight: Gloria Smith

UNSUNG HEROES: Becoming a Chicago Peace Fellow

The part of the South Shore community that I represent has a large number of multi-unit apartment buildings with a very transient population. The need for family services was explored… Continue reading UNSUNG HEROES: Becoming a Chicago Peace Fellow

Chicago Peace Fellows Update from Dr. Sokoni Karanja

I have enjoyed my first few weeks as a GATHER Peace Fellow. There are many reasons for that statement! One, it provides such an opportunity for place making. By that,… Continue reading Chicago Peace Fellows Update from Dr. Sokoni Karanja

Illuminating Perspectives: Art and Social Justice

When artist and educator Cecil McDonald Jr. began working with children in the Chicago Public Schools some years ago, he heard something that disturbed him. The children were enjoying themselves… Continue reading Illuminating Perspectives: Art and Social Justice