Loved the conversation with ⁦Chicago CRED⁩ and ⁦Ariel Investments⁩ summer interns- John Rogers and I both feel so lucky to have the next generation of talent contributing to our teams! The future is bright.

📢 Calling all North Lawndale Community Members! Join us TODAY for a Community Meeting on safety in North Lawndale. 🕕 Time: 6 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Location: UCAN (3605 W. Filmore, Chicago, IL 60624) #NorthLawndaleCommunity #SafetyMatters #CommunityMeeting

We're at UCAN in North Lawndale, joining residents to address violence and share our efforts to reduce it. Together with other CVI organizations, we're committed to changing lives and building a safer community. #EndViolence #NorthLawndaleStrong

If you want to serve the community, you have to listen to the community. If you want to serve young people, you have to listen to young people, and understand their hopes and dreams. They will never lead you astray. North Lawndale community meeting ⁦Chicago CRED⁩

🌟 Today at our staff retreat, we're investing in our incredible program team. By supporting and empowering our staff, we enhance our ability to uplift those at risk of gun violence. Together, we’re committed to making a lasting impact! #CREDStrong 💪✨

Our Women’s Center participants have earned their Mental Health First Aid certificates! 🏅 They are now equipped to understand mental health challenges and provide essential support. Congratulations to these amazing women! 💪💖 #MentalHealthFirstAid

🎉 We had an amazing time at the 95th annual Bud Billiken Parade today! Connecting with our community is always a joy. We're dedicated to reducing gun violence in Chicago so that all children can enjoy safe playtime. Together, we’re making a difference! #CREDStrong 🌟

#CredSTRONG

🎓 Our 8th Annual Chicago CRED graduation is happening now! We are so proud of our 119 participants who have triumphed over challenges to earn their H.S. Diplomas. They are truly #CredStrong! Let's celebrate their incredible achievements! 🎉👏 #ChicagoCRED #GraduationDay

When staff graduates! ⁦Chicago CRED⁩

Youth Peace Center Graduation Day

Education is the key to empowering the next generation. 🌱 This father is planting a seed of hope that will flourish in his young daughter for years to come. Let's nurture their dreams! #Parenting #Education #FutureLeaders

Graduation Day ⁦Chicago CRED⁩

Here’s what happens when young men at risk of violence commit to change and better themselves. This is the power of CRED Strong. 💪✨ #CREDStrong #ChangeMakers

🎉 Our participants overcame so much to reach this day of celebration! The sky’s the limit! 🚀 #Inspiration #Achievement #Celebration

💪 These young men are key to reducing violence in Chicago! Now armed with their high school diplomas, they’re ready to drive change and lead by example in their communities. 🌟 #YouthLeadership #CommunityChange #ChicagoHope

🎓 Focus, determination, and perseverance turned dreams into reality! Congratulations to these amazing graduates! 🌟 #Graduation #Achievement #ProudMoment

⁦IMAN—Chicago + ATL⁩ So incredibly proud of your work, and your graduates!

Peace will prevail.

So appreciate NYC City Council Member Yusef Salaam engaging in such a powerful conversation with our young men! His personal story is equal parts heartbreaking and inspirational- the strength of his mind, & his faith, triumphed over everything. #CentralPark5 ⁦Chicago CRED⁩