Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Year Up is looking for ...
...motivated young adults who have a true interest in technology to fill the 45 seats in our upcoming class that starts March 2012.
Year Up is:
· A one year intensive education and training program for 18-24 year-old young adults
· A free opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits and an educational stipend
· 6 months of course work in Business Communications, Information Technology and Professional Skills
· 6 months of a corporate internship position
Deadlines for admission:
· Final deadline: January 3rd
Open House
December 19 at 3:00pm at 203 North Lasalle Suite M18 (Clark & Lake exit)
Year Up - Chicago
203 N. LaSalle St.
Suite M-18
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-726-5300 ext. 4507
Fax: 312-726-5320
Email: acheng@yearup.org
Empowering urban talent to reach their potential!
Survey on Mentoring Services for High-Risk Youth
Participants Sought for Survey on Mentoring Services for High-Risk Youth
The National Mentoring Partnership, Global Youth Justice, and the National Partnership for Juvenile Services are conducting a survey to improve the design and delivery of mentoring services for youth at risk for delinquency, alcohol and drug abuse, truancy, and other problem behaviors. Results will be included in a research report and in training and technical assistance materials, which will be free and available online.
The survey is funded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. Mentoring and juvenile justice professionals working in detention, corrections, probation, dependency courts, delinquency courts, and teen court/youth court diversion programs are encouraged to participate.
The survey is available online, and takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete.
Resources:
Take the survey online at, www.surveymonkey.com/s/
Monday, December 12, 2011
Center For Working Families
Center For Working Families (CWF) is open for business in Englewood! Stop by the Center For Working Families which is operated by by Jane Addams Hull House Association located at Kennedy King College, 747 West 63rd Street, Room V-106. (CWF) is a career and personal financial service center directly on the campus. Everyone is encouraged to use this program! All CWF services are provided FREE of charge.
Core Services provided are:
* Employment Services - job readiness training, job placement assistance, job retention support, career advancement services, and enhanced access to education and training opportunities through Kennedy-King College and the City Colleges of Chicago.
* Financial Literacy Services - one-on-one financial coaching
* Income Support Services - assistance accessing all benefits to which clients are entitled, such as Food Stamps, Child Care Subsidies, Utilities Assistance, and Housing.
* Family Net Center Technology --resources are available in the on-site Family Net Center (FNC). The FNC provides computer training an open access resource room, and is a community-based hub for technology learning, education access, and information sharing.
CWF Hours: Family Net Center Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
First & Third Saturday of the Month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Evening orientations and classes available.
Call to reserve your spot at the next orientation:
773.487.3723 and Fax 773.488.9252
Core Services provided are:
* Employment Services - job readiness training, job placement assistance, job retention support, career advancement services, and enhanced access to education and training opportunities through Kennedy-King College and the City Colleges of Chicago.
* Financial Literacy Services - one-on-one financial coaching
* Income Support Services - assistance accessing all benefits to which clients are entitled, such as Food Stamps, Child Care Subsidies, Utilities Assistance, and Housing.
* Family Net Center Technology --resources are available in the on-site Family Net Center (FNC). The FNC provides computer training an open access resource room, and is a community-based hub for technology learning, education access, and information sharing.
CWF Hours: Family Net Center Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
First & Third Saturday of the Month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Evening orientations and classes available.
Call to reserve your spot at the next orientation:
773.487.3723 and Fax 773.488.9252
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy Open Houses
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
Open Houses
12/15 @ Big City Swing
Thursday, December 8, 2011
ALDERMAN SAWYER VOTES TO APPROVE 2012 CHICAGO BUDGET
For Immediate Release
For More Info Contact:
Lesley Chinn lrchinn33@gmail.com
773-746-9044
Today Alderman Roderick T. Sawyer of the 6th Ward voted to approve the 2012 City of Chicago Budget. This is the first budget proposed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel and sought to address a more than $600 million budget shortfall.
“I do not agree with everything in this budget but the reality is that the city is in a difficult economic situation,” Alderman Sawyer said, “I appreciate the fact that the Mayor has sought to address some major issues such as the structural deficit and replacing our crumbling sewer system.”
Alderman Sawyer publicly opposed the cuts to the library and the reduction of frontline staff and worked diligently with fellow concerned alderman to reduce some of the cuts though more work is necessary to be done. As a signer of an open letter with 28 other aldermen, Alderman Sawyer did help secure some reductions in proposed service cuts.
“In the end, budgets are about bringing results for my constituents and setting priorities for the city. Ever since I started my campaign I have argued for public safety and the importance of small things in providing that sense of security.” Alderman Sawyer said, “My time in office has confirmed that one of the most important issues to my constituents has been the lack of working lights in our community. It has been a major deliverable that I have worked to achieve through this process. The fact that the city has committed to funding the Bureau of Electricity to have enough work staff to once again reduce wait times for light repairs is a necessary victory for the quality of life of my residents. “
“There is more work that needs to be done, I hope to continue to work with the Mayor on going further on addressing the major challenges still facing out neighborhoods moving forward.”
For More Info Contact:
Lesley Chinn lrchinn33@gmail.com
773-746-9044
ALDERMAN SAWYER VOTES TO APPROVE 2012 CHICAGO BUDGET
“I do not agree with everything in this budget but the reality is that the city is in a difficult economic situation,” Alderman Sawyer said, “I appreciate the fact that the Mayor has sought to address some major issues such as the structural deficit and replacing our crumbling sewer system.”
Alderman Sawyer publicly opposed the cuts to the library and the reduction of frontline staff and worked diligently with fellow concerned alderman to reduce some of the cuts though more work is necessary to be done. As a signer of an open letter with 28 other aldermen, Alderman Sawyer did help secure some reductions in proposed service cuts.
“In the end, budgets are about bringing results for my constituents and setting priorities for the city. Ever since I started my campaign I have argued for public safety and the importance of small things in providing that sense of security.” Alderman Sawyer said, “My time in office has confirmed that one of the most important issues to my constituents has been the lack of working lights in our community. It has been a major deliverable that I have worked to achieve through this process. The fact that the city has committed to funding the Bureau of Electricity to have enough work staff to once again reduce wait times for light repairs is a necessary victory for the quality of life of my residents. “
“There is more work that needs to be done, I hope to continue to work with the Mayor on going further on addressing the major challenges still facing out neighborhoods moving forward.”
Feeding Englewood
Holiday Food Drive
Drop Off Locations
Alden Princeton
Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
255 West 69th Street-Chicago-773-224-5900
Monday, December 5, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
no-cost EMT training program for working women
no-cost EMT training program for working women, funded by the Eleanor Foundation and facilitated by us here at ICNC. Both organizations are registered nonprofits. The EMT program fosters economic self-sufficiency in Chicago women by providing them with an opportunity to learn tangible job skills and set them on the path to lasting careers in the health care field. Application for the eight-month course is open to single, employed women living or working in Chicago and earning less than $40,000 a year, and is available at www.icnctraining.org .
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Reclaim the Power!
on’t miss this exciting event, co-sponsored by The Black Youth Project:
Reclaim the Power!
A screening & discussion of youth activism past, present & future
Special performances by leading hip hop artists & activists
Special performances by leading hip hop artists & activists
Saturday, December 3, 2011
1:00 pm
International House
1414 E. 59th St.
Free & open to the public
1:00 pm
International House
1414 E. 59th St.
Free & open to the public
Featuring:
Discussions with former IL BPP members & current youth activists & artists
Concert Featuring:
World AIDS Day!
According to the state department of health, Illinois ranks seventh in the nation in the number of HIV/AIDS cases. The Illinois Department of Health is hosting several events Thursday to mark World AIDS Day. Click here to Download List of events.
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) makes condoms available, accessible, and free by reaching underserved communities with the highest rates of STI/HIV/AIDS and other health disparities.
The Chicago Community Condom Project works with city clinics, community organizations and local businesses to make condoms widely available to the public to help stop HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Click here for a list of locations offering free condoms
About the Chicago Community Condom Project
Since the 80’s CDPH has made condoms available to the public.
Today, CDPH is reaching 10 million condoms distributed each year through city clinics, community based organizations, community health centers, local businesses such as night-clubs, barber shops and churches.
The project is aligned with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, the U.S Department of Human Services, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Enhanced Comprehensive HIV Prevention, and the Healthy Chicago Plan.
The project is also part of the National Female Condom Coalition and partners with the Chicago Female Condom Campaign to increase access and availability to Female Condoms.
Join the campaign!
If your organization is interested in offering free condoms, you can become a distribution partner so long you meet the criteria. Find out more about becoming a distribution site for free condoms.
Get Tested or Treatment for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
Get tested or treated at a clinic that diagnoses and treats HIV and STI’s. You can also connect with information about condom use and other prevention methods. All services are free and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Get Free Condoms
By taking a simple step, like wearing a condom you can protect yourself and others from HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) makes condoms available, accessible, and free by reaching underserved communities with the highest rates of STI/HIV/AIDS and other health disparities.
The Chicago Community Condom Project works with city clinics, community organizations and local businesses to make condoms widely available to the public to help stop HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Click here for a list of locations offering free condoms
About the Chicago Community Condom Project
Since the 80’s CDPH has made condoms available to the public.
Today, CDPH is reaching 10 million condoms distributed each year through city clinics, community based organizations, community health centers, local businesses such as night-clubs, barber shops and churches.
The project is aligned with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, the U.S Department of Human Services, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Enhanced Comprehensive HIV Prevention, and the Healthy Chicago Plan.
The project is also part of the National Female Condom Coalition and partners with the Chicago Female Condom Campaign to increase access and availability to Female Condoms.
Join the campaign!
If your organization is interested in offering free condoms, you can become a distribution partner so long you meet the criteria. Find out more about becoming a distribution site for free condoms.
Get Tested or Treatment for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
Get tested or treated at a clinic that diagnoses and treats HIV and STI’s. You can also connect with information about condom use and other prevention methods. All services are free and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
City Colleges of Chicago $50,000 Scholarship Program
Scholarship Overview
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) is celebrating 100 years of education that works! To mark this milestone, CCC has created Centennial Scholarships to support current and prospective CCC students pursuing an Associate degree or professional certificate. A total of $50,000 will be awarded through two types of scholarships.
Two Scholarship Opportunities:
- Scholarships for New Students:
These scholarships are available to students who are not currently enrolled in City Colleges of Chicago, including applicants who are recent high school graduates, mature students and adult education students seeking enrollment in certificate or credit programs. - Scholarship for Current Students:
An additional scholarship opportunity is available to current City Colleges of Chicago students and can be used towards the completion of their current certificate or degree program.
Both types of scholarship will cover tuition towards the completion of a degree or certificate for a period not to exceed two-and-one-half years from the date of the award. All awards must be used in full by the end of the Spring 2014 term. If scholarship awards are not expended by the Spring 2014 term the student will forfeit any future right to the awarded scholarship amount.
For more information please click the link: http://www.ccc.edu/
Enter a Career in the Construction Trades or a Related Industry
Are you looking for, educational development, life skills training, enhanced case management or placement assistance? If so, let St. Paul Church of God in Christ Development Center assist you!
They Offer a 12 Week W.I.A. Certified Training Program to prepare you to takethe apprenticeship examinations for the Construction Trades and Other Related Industries.
Attend A "Step Up To Opportunity" Orientation
St. Paul Church of God in Christ Community Development Center
4550 S. Wabash Avenue - 2nd Floor South
One-Hour Orientation Sessions Are Conducted Every Friday Morning
From 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Prompt
If you meet the outlined criteria....
Are 18 Years and Older
Possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D Certificate
Possess Your Birth Certificate, Social Security Card
Have a Valid Driver's License and Access to an Insured Motor Vehicle
Qualify for W.I.A. Assistance
Have or are willing to register with the Illinois Department of Employment Security
Apprentice Information Center (AIC)
They can help you!!
ORIENTATIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. RSVP MUST BE ENTERED INTO OUR MESSAGE CENTER BY 5 P.M. WEDNESDAY @ 773/538-5120. RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW!
For More Information, Visit www.stpaulcdm.org
Coat Drive
We are collecting coats, scarves, gloves, ear muffs, etc. for the 2nd Annual Aspirations of Life Coat Drive!!
Please drop your gently used, unwanted winter coats & accessories to Each One Teach One Literacy.
Located at 6720 South Stewart, Ring Bell on the Side Door. Drop offs may occur Mon- Friday, 9 am – 7 pm.
Thank you for assisting those that cannot afford what we sometimes take for granted- warmth.
P.S. Please circulate this news in your circles.
Warmest Regards to you and your family,
Janisse Norman
Executive Director
Each One Teach One Literacy
6720 South Stewart Ave, 60621
877.274.1284 Office/ Fax
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