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As students across the city go back to school, former First Lady and Founder of The Obama Foundation's Girls Opportunity Alliance, Michelle Obama, announced an additional commitment of $500,000 to empower and uplift girls in and out of the classroom. The Girls Opportunity Alliance will support 11 Chicago-based girl-serving organizations this back-to-school season. The Alliance will also continue to provide organizational support to more than 60 girl-serving organizations across the City of Chicago through the Girls Opportunity Alliance Network. This holistic approach will benefit thousands of adolescent girls on the South and West Sides, particularly in the neighborhoods surrounding the future Obama Presidential Center.

In a released today, Mrs. Obama expressed her excitement for the growth of the Alliance's initiatives in Chicago. "As students head back to class, I'm proud to announce that the Girls Opportunity Alliance will be supporting some more incredible organizations in Chicago this school year," Mrs. Obama said. "From leadership development to career training to violence prevention, these organizations are helping girls gain the tools they need to succeed in school and in life."

The Girls Opportunity Alliance is dedicated to empowering and educating adolescent girls, helping them reach their full potential and create lasting change in their families, communities, and countries by connecting leaders, amplifying the impact of grassroots organizations, and raising public awareness. To date, the Girls Opportunity Alliance has supported more than 158 grassroots organizations across 43 countries, benefiting more than 120,000 girls.

With a vision set out by Mrs. Obama, in Chicago, the Girls Opportunity Alliance provides girl-serving organizations with support tailored to their specific needs, enabling them to enhance existing programs or develop new initiatives that address the unique challenges faced by girls across the city.

"​Meaningful change begins at the community level. That's why the Alliance's investment in these Chicago-based grassroots organizations is so vital," said Tiffany Drake, Vice President and Executive Director of the Girls Opportunity Alliance. "These organizations​ intimately understand the unique needs of the girls they serve, and by empowering them ​through opportunities and resources, we're building a ​brighter future."

The 11 Chicago-based girl-serving organizations are: Black Girls Jump, Distinctively Me, The Fig Factor Foundation, Girls Inc. of Chicago, Girls in the Game, Ladies of Virtue, The Medical Careers and Emergency Preparedness Initiative (MedCEEP), P.R.E.T.T.Y INC., SHE Chicago, Sisters in Cinema, and M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment.

With the support of the Girls Opportunity Alliance, the 11 organizations will expand their programing and impact, for example:

MedCEEP addresses healthcare inequities on Chicago's South and West Sides by empowering youth with health emergency response skills and medical career exposure. Its in-school program provides a six session curriculum including hands-on emergency preparedness and career exploration. The Girls Opportunity Alliance Fund will support sustainable programming at Kenwood Academy, focusing on student leaders (primarily adolescent girls) who serve as peer mentors, providing them with exposure through medical career panels and medical simulations.

Sisters in Cinema empowers Black girls, women, and gender-expansive media creators through education, visibility, and community engagement. It offers a safe space for girls to develop valuable media skills and explore issues like mental health, peer relationships, and identity. The Girls Opportunity Alliance Fund will support up to 50 adolescent girls on Chicago's South Shore through "Pocket Cinema" (smartphone filmmaking) and "Podcasting for Beginners," both mentorship-driven and integrating social-emotional learning. Empowered to share their own stories and build self-assurance, the programs will culminate in a community showcase.

The leaders of these and other girl-serving organizations across Chicago, will join the Girls Opportunity Alliance Network, a community of more than 4,000 leaders around the world, which facilitates the exchange of ideas, information, and resources to enhance organizational capacity and sustainability. As Network members, these Chicago-leaders will benefit from capacity building workshops, Obama Foundation programming, and advice shared by the Obamas.

To learn more about the Girls Opportunity Alliance's work in Chicago and to support the efforts, visit: gofundme.org/girls-opportunity-alliance

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As students across the city go back to school, former First Lady and Founder of The Obama Foundation's Girls Opportunity Alliance, Michelle Obama, announced an additional commitment of $500,000 to empower and uplift girls in and out of the classroom. The Girls Opportunity Alliance will support 11 Chicago-based girl-serving organizations this back-to-school season.

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South Shore Nature Sanctuary contains over six acres of dune, beach, wetland, pond, woodland, prairie, savanna, and shrubland habitats within South Shore Cultural Center Park, a microcosm of habitats native to the Chicagoland region.

The nature sanctuary's location along Lake Michigan make it an an important stopover during spring and fall migration, providing food, shelter and a place to rest. Many native, bird-friendly species of shrubs and trees have been planted including oaks, hawthorn, American plum, serviceberry, hazelnut, viburnum, and native roses. These woody plants provide fruit or display flowers that attract the insects that many species of birds rely on for their diet. The prairie meadow includes plants that provide nectar for butterflies and food for growing caterpillars such as butterfly milkweed, blazing star, and purple coneflower. Scattered oaks have been established as key canopy and habitat for birds and insects. The wetland edge contains a variety of native shrubs and plants such as indigo bush, button bush, cardinal flower, bull rushes, and wild blue iris. Sandy spaces along Lake Michigan within the nature sanctuary footprint contain regionally rare dune and beach habitat with native plants such as sea rocket, marram grass, and sand reed.

Two circular limestone benches known as council rings provide special places for small gatherings. The council ring was the hallmark of Jens Jensen, a renowned landscape architect who lived from 1860-1951. Jens had great reverence for the native Midwestern scenery, which inspired him to create the "Prairie style" of landscape architecture and to champion a movement to save threatened natural areas. Jensen believed these council rings were very democratic places, and so they were among his favorite elements. The locations of the council rings at the peninsula's point provide scenic views of the Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Much work has been done to bring this natural area to its current state. Community volunteers assist the park district by collecting and planting native seed and plugs, picking up trash, monitoring flora and fauna, and removing invasive species. Learn more about volunteer opportunities in Chicago Park District Natural Areas by visiting our Community Stewardship Program page.

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Numerous organizations throughout Chicago provide support to immigrants from all over the world. This page provides contact information for many of these resources. If your organization is not listed, please contact the Office of New Americans to let us know.

ICIRR is dedicated to promoting the rights of immigrants and refugees to full and equal participation in the civic, cultural, social, and political life of our diverse society. In partnership with member organizations, the Coalition educates and organizes immigrant and refugee communities to assert their rights; promotes citizenship and civic participation; monitors, analyzes, and advocates on immigrant-related issues; and, informs the general public about the contributions of immigrants and refugees.

The Albany Park Community Center educates and supports members of the community as they determine their own path of growth and development, by providing diverse programs and services for individuals, families, groups and businesses.

AFIRE's mission is to build the capacity of Filipino American community to effect constructive social change through grassroots education, action, research, and services.

Arab American Action Network
3148 West 63 rd Street
http://www.aaan.org/
773.436.6060

The Arab American Action Network (AAAN) strives to strengthen the Arab community in the Chicago area by building its capacity to be an active agent for positive social change. As a grassroots nonprofit, our strategies include community organizing, advocacy, education, providing social services, leadership development, cultural outreach and forging productive relationships with other communities.

The Mission of Asian Americans Advancing Justice is to promote a fair and equitable society for all by working for civil and human rights and empowering Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and other underserved communities.

We serve a multi-cultural community by providing comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs in English and Spanish. We promote health and wellness and create opportunities for educational and economic advancement.

Assyrian National Council of Illinois is a nationwide non-profit organization that promotes public awareness of Assyrian issues, encourages greater American-Assyrian participation in the American democratic process, and assists in humanitarian and development programs in Illinois and all over USA, and also in Middle East where the Assyrian community resides.

Cambodian Association of Illinois enables refugees and immigrants from Cambodia residing in Illinois, especially those in metropolitan Chicago, to become self-sufficient, productive participants in American society while preserving and enhancing their cultural heritage and community.

Centro Romero is a community-based organization that serves the refugee immigrant population on the northeast side of Chicago. Our interrelated programs include adult education, women's empowerment projects, legal assistance, and youth learning and leadership development as well as special projects such as Community organizing and HIV/AIDS Outreach and Education.

Chicago Irish Immigrant Support is a not-for-profit organization which serves the needs of Irish immigrants and Irish Americans in the Chicago area and beyond. We are a direct services agency providing frontline immigration services and social services. We have a particular emphasis on serving the needs of our most vulnerable community members, especially the elderly.

We are an interfaith coalition called to challenge faith communities and leaders through education, advocacy, and action to live in compassionate solidarity with our immigrant sisters and brothers.

Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is a community-based social services agency. CMAA's mission is to serve the needs, promote the interests, and enhance the well-being of Chinese and other immigrants and refugees in the Chicagoland area, and to foster their participation in and assimilation into American society.

Christopher House is a catalyst for helping at-risk children from birth to age 18 thrive by taking a comprehensive approach to education and creating lifelong learners. Understanding that educating the child is not enough, we also provide supportive services to the entire family that help build stability and self-sufficiency. We serve over 4,000 children and family members every year through our five sites on Chicago's north and west sides.

The Claretians are committed to seeing the world through the eyes of the poor. We strive to respond to the most urgent and timely needs, using all means possible to care for the spiritual and material needs of others. We give special attention to the needs of recent immigrants, youth and families, leadership training, and spiritual renewal.

The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago strives to be the unifying federation of Islamic organizations of Greater Chicago, the leading advocate of Muslim community interests and a catalyst for enriching American Society.

Erie Neighborhood House is a community service agency founded in 1870 that promotes a just and inclusive society by strengthening low-income, primarily Latino families through skill-building, access to critical resources, advocacy and collaborative action.

The Ethiopian Community Association of Chicago (ECAC) is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to serving the cultural, psychological and socio-economic needs of refugees and immigrants in and around metropolitan Chicago. In addition to assisting native Ethiopians, ECAC also supports other African, Asian, Middle Eastern and Eastern European refugee populations who seek its services.

Promover el bienestar y el progreso de los michoacanos y mexicanos tanto en el medio oeste de Estados Unidos, como en el Estado de Michoacán, México, a través de proyectos educativos, culturales, productivos y sociales dentro de un cuento binacional.

Heartland Alliance advances the human rights and responds to the human needs of endangered populations-particularly the poor, the isolated, and the displaced-through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society.

The mission of the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS Chicago) is to guide Jewish immigrants and others through the immigration process to the ultimate goal of United States citizenship; to aid them in bringing their families here as new immigrants and to reunite them with family or friends already here; to foster American ideals among the newcomers and to instill a knowledge of American history and institutions, a sense of true patriotism and love for their adopted country, and to make better known to the people of the United States the need to promote immigration.

Immigrant Youth Justice League
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IYJL is a Chicago-based organization led by undocumented youth working towards full recognition of the rights and contributions of all immigrants through education, leadership development, policy advocacy, resource gathering, and mobilization. Since we became an organization in October 2009 we attempt to do our organizing and live our lives undocumented, unafraid, and unapologetic.

Our mission is to promote the well-being of South Asian immigrants through services that facilitate their adjustment, integration, and friendship with the wider society, nurture their sense of community, and foster appreciation for their culture and heritage.

Our mission is to contribute to the fullest development of Latino immigrants and their families through education, training and employment that fosters full participation in the changing United States society while preserving cultural identity and dignity.

The purpose of the Iraqi Mutual Aid Society is to foster the well-being and self-sufficiency of Iraqi refugees and immigrants in the Chicago-metro area: easing their transition to life in the United States, forging connections between Iraqi and American society, and facilitating the preservation and exchange of Iraqi culture.

Our mission at KACS is to celebrate our ethnicity and to empower all members of the community by providing educational, legal, health and social services.

Mujeres Latinas en Acción empowers Latinas through providing services which reflect their values and culture and being an advocate on the issues that make a difference in their lives.

Muslim Women Resource Center provides refugee women and their families, who come from more than thirty countries around the world, with the social services, resources and support they need to advance their well-being and facilitate their adjustment, integration and friendship with the wider society in Chicago.

NIJC provides direct legal services to and advocates for these populations through policy reform, impact litigation, and public education. Since its founding three decades ago, NIJC has been unique in blending individual client advocacy with broad-based systemic change.

ONE Northside is a mixed-income, multi-ethnic, intergenerational organization of institutions that unites our diverse community. Our mission is to build power and develop leadership so that the community can address critical human rights issues that improve our common life.

RefugeeOne is a refugee resettlement agency that provides a full range of services to refugees resettled in the Chicago area. Our primary focus is to assist the refugee in becoming an independent, self-supporting member of the new community as soon as possible.

South-East Asia Center's mission is to build bridges of understanding and cooperation amongst all Asian people as well as between peoples of Eastern and Western upbringing. We work with native-born Americans and immigrants, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation.

The United African Organization is a dynamic coalition of African national associations that promotes social and economic justice, civic participation, and empowerment of African immigrants and refugees in Illinois.

To reach community empowerment through participatory learning. Universidad Popular works in partnership with neighborhood residents to transform their lives and ultimately, the community.

Our Mission is to strengthen and perpetuate the unity and solidarity of the Vietnamese residing in the state of Illinois. To generate and implement the mutual assistance spirit among the Vietnamese ethnic group members. To promote, support and develop cultural, social and educational programs to serve people in Illinois. To foster the development and strength of various Vietnamese organizations in the state of Illinois.

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Located in the South Chicago Community Area, Bessemer Park totals 20.27 acres and features two gymnasiums, a boxing gym, and multi-purpose rooms. Green features of our facility include two gardens. Outside, the parks offers an artificial soccer field, handball court, a swimming pool, picnic groves, softball & baseball fields, a track, and tennis courts. Many of these spaces are available for rental including our gymnasiums, fields, and multi-purpose rooms.

Park-goers can participate in Park Kids, seasonal sports, playschool activities, Therapeutic Recreation, and Teen Club. Afterschool programs are offered throughout the school year, and during the summer youth attend the Park District's popular six-week day camp.Specialty camps are offered in the summer as well, and include Special Recreation Camp.

In addition to programs, Bessemer Park hosts fun special events throughout the year for the entire family including holiday events.

History

The South Park Commission acquired land in 1904 for the creation of Bessemer Park. This park was part of what proved to be a nationally influential neighborhood park system. At the time, vast numbers of immigrants were arriving in Chicago with hopes of achieving the "American dream." Instead, many found intolerable living and working conditions. The City's existing parks were too far away to offer any relief. Superintendent J. Frank Foster conceived a new type of park for these areas. The innovative parks not only provided beautifully landscaped "breathing spaces," but also public bathing, the City's first branch libraries, classes and vocational training, inexpensive hot meals, health care, and a variety of recreational programs. Nationally renowned landscape architects the Olmsted Brothers and architects Daniel H. Burnham and Co. designed the whole system of new parks. In addition to Bessemer Park, the neighborhood park system included Ogden, Sherman, Palmer, and Hamilton Parks, and Mark White, Russell, Davis, Armour, Cornell Squares. Bessemer Park development included a fieldhouse that housed an assembly hall, lockers and showers for both men and women which were located on opposite sides of the building, and six clubrooms. The outdoor amenities were walks, lawns, an outdoor swimming pool, a wading pool, tennis courts, and athletic fields. The official opening of the park to the public took place with a dedication on September, 10, 1905. The 22 park districts were consolidated in 1934 to create the Chicago Park District and Bessemer Park became part of the Park District's portfolio. Streets were vacated in 1957 to complete the 20.27-acre park.

In 1907, Bessemer Park was named for Sir Henry Bessemer (1813-1898), an Englishman who perfected the process of making steel, which revolutionized the steel industry worldwide. The name is especially appropriate because the park is located a mile away from South Chicago's once-thriving steel mills.

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Welcome to Lepenseur Youth & Family Services Le Penseur is considered a leader in the provision of youth and family services in the city of Chicago. Our name Le Penseur, which means "the thinker" in French is one significant reason we have grown to leadership status. Our staff, board and volunteers are dedicated ...always thinking of innovative ways to bring quality and effective services to our program participants and to the communities we serve.
Our History
Our Mission
The mission of Le Penseur Youth & Family Services, Inc. is to serve individuals who need assistance in maintaining or achieving their full potential for self-direction and independence. We employ professionals to develop and implement programs that emphasize the connection between healthy youth, families and healthy communities.

Our Focus

Our focus is to meet the physical, emotional, social, educational and spiritual needs of individuals regardless of race, religion, social or economic status, assisting them towards self-sufficiency.

Programs We offer programs on health and physical skills, personal and social skills, cognitive and creative skills, vocational and citizenship skills, health education, mentoring and peer partnerships, interpersonal development, employment placement, family, child, and youth violence prevention, as well as cultural diversity.
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Supportive Services Helping individuals who need assistance. Get Start Community Development Providing the essential resources needed build communities. Get Start Personal Development Strengthing individuals with necessary skills.