@chimpactnetwork

Chicago Impact Network connects neighbors across Chicago to create stronger and more inclusive communities.

 Chicago, IL
chicagoimpactnetwork.org
Joined March 2018
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Chicago Reader@Chicago_Reader23 Jun 2023
For @olivalejandra_, translation is a “constellation of many acts” that includes interpretation, interviewing, advocacy, diplomacy, and care. Her work cannot be divorced from her own upbringing, growing up “between two languages.” | ✍️ @maiittran chicagoreader.com/arts-cultu…
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Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubCHI23 Jun 2023
Meet some of Chicago's most legendary performers and newcomers to drag. "Being a drag queen is being brave enough to stand in front of people and say, 'This is who I am,'" Bambi Banks-Couleé said. buff.ly/3pl1DhC
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WBEZ@WBEZ25 May 2023
Chicago closed 50 schools in 2013, saying this would help students. But our analysis shows little changed academically for the affected kids. trib.al/VlEcqbx

Chicago promised students would do better after closing 50 schools. That didn’t happen.

A Sun-Times and WBEZ analysis shows the 2013 school closures “didn't do anything to fix all the structural inequalities that are leading to lower outcomes in the first place.”

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The Chicago Community Trust@ChiTrust25 May 2023
We have exciting news! Yesterday evening, the Illinois legislature passed Senate Bill 1675 Amendment 1, our bill to reform Illinois’ delinquent tax sale system and unleash development in communities with high rates of vacant properties. bit.ly/3MwKOaZ.
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The Chicago Community Trust@ChiTrust29 Mar 2023
“Hundreds of thousands of Black families have left the city of #Chicago... Let’s make sure that we build homes, small businesses, community centers near transit to retain our African American residents in Chicago.” -Roberto Requejo of @elevated_chi bit.ly/3lxztxQ

CTA, City Eye Community-Centric Development Around Future Red Line Extension Stations

Community-driven development centered around future CTA stations. That’s the idea behind a new “transit-supportive development” plan to revitalize South Side neighborhoods that are part of the...

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MPC@Metroplanners20 Mar 2023
TONIGHT: MPC, @latinopolicy, & @ChiUrbanLeague, & other partners will host a Mayoral Run-Off Debate on Chicago's Black & Brown future at the @ChicagoMuseum. Hour-long debate starts @ 5:30 pm. Tune in: cbsnews.com/chicago/news/str…
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We are building a coalition of Chicagoans who are interested in working to cultivate a stronger and more vibrant #Chicago. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our newsletter here: bit.ly/2VCZ7yE #chicagoevents #socialjustice
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Better Streets Chicago@chi_streets23 Mar 2023
We want to know what you think. We are releasing a survey to learn more about how you currently use the lakefront parks, your travel habits, and what you envision for the future of the lakefront. The survey takes 10-20 minutes to complete. Survey: bit.ly/LakefrontDLSDSurvey
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Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubCHI23 Mar 2023
🚨 WE'RE HIRING INTERNS🚨 Block Club is looking for summer interns to cover Chicago. 💡 Explore subjects that interest you 🤝 Work closely with our supportive crew of reporters & editors 💰 Pay is $22/hour Learn how to apply here: buff.ly/3gGfI4s
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Illinois Sierra Club@SierraClubIL22 Mar 2023
BREAKING: Sierra Club Illinois is suing the Prairie State coal plant, IL’s deadliest plant, for operating without a permit while violating federal emissions standards. Read our full statement: sierraclub.org/illinois/blog…
A graphic reads, "Prairie State Coal Plant Sued for Operating Without a Permit. For over a decade, this deadly coal plant has operated without a Title V permit." The text appears over a photo of smoke plumes from a coal plant.

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Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubCHI22 Mar 2023
Here’s how early voting in Chicago’s April 4 election works — and where to do it. 🗳️ buff.ly/3LCjp8P
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"Like ecologies, economies are complex adaptive systems. They exhibit feedback loops, delays, adaptation, path dependence, nonlinearity, emergent phenomena and — importantly — people." bit.ly/3LMGPIv @LEPossibility #economics #equitableeconomy #Chicago
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WBEZ@WBEZ14 Mar 2023
Starting this month, recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see a decrease in their benefits after a coronavirus pandemic-era funding boost ended. trib.al/NJTGaor

As SNAP recipients see reduction in funds, Chicago residents make adjustments: ‘I make do’

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Registration is open for the Decolonizing Economics Summit: The 3rd Post-Capitalism Conference (April 21-23, 2022). Register now and find out more about this incredible 3-day virtual conference here: decolonizingeconomicssummit.… We can’t wait to see you during Earth Week!
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Important post-election voter engagement analysis from @BlockClubChi. blockclubchicago.org/2023/03…

Why Most Chicagoans Stayed Home On Election Day, According To Experts

CHICAGO — Chicagoans had their pick of the litter when it came to mayoral candidates Tuesday — but the vast majority didn't bother to vote. Less than a

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We're back! We are so excited to host our first happy hour in many moons on 3/23. We hope that new and familiar faces will be able to join us as we jumpstart our programming for 2023! bit.ly/3ZtVPyK #chicago #communityevent

Chicago Impact Network Happy Hour

We're back!! Join us to learn more about Chicago Impact Network, meet some new friends, & discuss ways to make this city a little better.

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Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubCHI1 Mar 2023
Here’s how your neighborhood voted in last night's mayoral election: buff.ly/3kHxAOz
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WBEZ@WBEZ1 Mar 2023
Polls are closed in Chicago. Follow along as results roll in for the 2023 Chicago municipal elections – for mayoral, ward and police district races 👇 elections.suntimes.com/live-…

Chicago Elections 2023: Live Results

Follow along on Feb. 28 as results roll in for the 2023 Chicago municipal elections – for mayoral, ward and police district races.

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Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubCHI1 Mar 2023
UPDATE: Paul Vallas: 36.34% Brandon Johnson: 19.69% Lori Lightfoot: 15.78% More than 50% of precincts reporting: blockclubchicago.org/2023/02…

Johnson, Vallas Advance To Mayoral Runoff As Lightfoot Concedes Defeat

CHICAGO — Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson are headed to an April 4 runoff for mayor of Chicago after Mayor Lori Lightfoot conceded defeat Tuesday night,

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Saving Places
@SavingPlaces17 Jan 2023
Thank you @archpaper for covering yesterday's exciting Preserving Black Churches announcement! ow.ly/ebpR50MszTI #SavingPlaces #TellTheFullStory
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