In 2022, nearly 27,000 lives were tragically lost to suicide using firearms. Self-directed gun violence is fueling our nation’s suicide epidemic. We #WearOrange to reduce and prevent suicide. Learn more about NAMI's policy positions on gun violence: nami.org/GunViolence

Want to get involved in our fight for peace in Chicago? The best way is to JOIN OUR TEAM! We're currently hiring for multiple positions in communications, behavioral health, development, HR, and frontline staff. Check out all our openings: nonviolencechicago.org/join-our-team

Our work was featured in this The Trace editorial on gun violence prevention through telehealth! Proud to be part of this vital piece. More to be done The BrotherlyACT™ Project Read here: thetrace.org/2024/07/gun-vi… #GunViolencePrevention #Telehealth #PublicHealth

Know a young person passionate about service? In partnership with the Center for Expanding Leadership & Opportunity, The Allstate Foundation is searching for changemakers aged 18-22 to join their National Youth Service Summit in #Chicago. Apply here: al.st/4fc8W03

Together, we can work alongside community partners like Marquis to realize their vision for neighborhood well-being. Let’s build healthier communities — without boundaries: rsh.md/4damEit

Educators, child welfare, behavioral health, and #YouthJustice practitioners can play a big role in promoting or disrupting youths’ healthy social and emotional development. Here's the facts...

Congratulations to C3EN Pilot Awardees Kirsten Dickins, Chuka Emezue, PhD, MPH, MPA, CHES®, Li-Ting Longcoy, Liz Tung, and Anna Volerman, MD on receiving grants and honors from NIH! c3en.org/2024/08/26/c3e… Rush U College of Nursing University of Illinois Chicago UChicago Medicine NIH Health Disparities

The Health Equity work continues !

Join us this Friday as we Take Back The Block with Mayor Johnson! 📍1400 -1500 N. Spaulding Street Come out and stop by Youth Guidance's Table! We can't wait to see you there! #TaketheBlockBack #HealingCommunities #ViolencePrevention

Attention health disparity researchers! The Chicago Chronic Condition Equity Network (C3EN) Research Project Pilot Grant is accepting applications! Kick-start your project with up to $60K, expert guidance, and more! chicagoitm.org/funding-opport…

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve received more applications than anticipated for the 2024 TAMI program! We’ve expanded enrollment to welcome 25 incredible students from across Chicago. Applications are now closed, and we can’t wait to get started! 🔥 #ChicagoYouth #TAMI