2026 Illinois Reentry Conference
2026-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Malcolm X College, 1900 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60612
PHIMC’s annual Illinois Reentry Conference brings together people who are justice-impacted, their families, their advocates, and professionals from medical and non-medical community-based and healthcare settings for a day of honest dialogue to transform the way we advocate for and work with people who are justice-impacted. Promoting systems of health and healing for those impacted by the criminal justice system, the 2026 Illinois Reentry Conference aims to advance equity in health justice for justice-impacted people.The 2026 Illinois Reentry Conference will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Malcolm X College at 1900 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612.Continuing education units will be available to those that attend the conference and complete the requirements. Learn more here.

2026 Youth Heath Summit – West Side
2026-04-11 09:30 - 16:00
The Youth Health Summit aims to engage young people and their champions on the west side of Chicago in strategy conversations around health-related topics including, but not limited to, substance use, mental health, LGBTQIA+ health, housing insecurities, violence prevention, and justice involvement.The Summit is intended for Chicago-based youth, community-based organizations, healthcare providers, youth development organizations, schools, city agencies involved in health programs, and public health practitioners. It centers the voices of young people by offering peer-led learning experiences and engaging activities for young people, while recognizing that healthcare does not only take place in the doctor’s office. Registration Deadline: Thursday, April 9, 2026Learn more here.

Off the Grid: Action Camp Fundraiser
2026-05-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Sidetrack, 3349 North Halsted, Chicago, IL, 60657
Join us for our 3rd Annual Action Camp Fundraiser: Off the Grid on Saturday, May 9, at Sidetrack, co-hosted by PHIMC and Youth Services. Let’s take this time to come together to celebrate and show support for LGBTQ+ young people. It will be a fun afternoon full of talent, camaraderie, laughter, and delicious camp snacks and we can’t wait to see you there! Please note that this is a 21+ event. Action Camp is a 5-day sleepaway camp that brings together young leaders from GSAs and youth groups across the state to learn from one another and shape the safer schools movement. Your generosity allows us to be able to provide this safe, memorable, and magical time for our campers. If you cannot attend ‘Off the Grid’ this year and would like to support Action Camp, please consider making a donation. Every dollar truly makes a difference!

Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide & Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting
2026-05-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide and Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting supports justice impacted individuals and professionals within the fields of corrections and public health in Chicago and throughout the state of Illinois.Please join us to learn about opportunities, resources, and services for those who work with justice impacted individuals and individuals who are currently incarcerated or reentering communities in Chicago and throughout the state of Illinois. Register HereIf you experience any issues with registration, please reach out to us at reentry@phimc.org as soon as possible. PHIMC strongly encourages all inquiries to be submitted no later than one week prior to the date of the convening to allow sufficient time for support. Please note that delays in contacting reentry@phimc.org regarding issues with registration may result in the issue not being resolved prior to the meeting.Note: All attendees must complete their own registration for the meeting. Only individuals who receive a registration confirmation from PHIMC will be recognized as official meeting participants. Those who join without confirmation will not be counted as attendees.

SHAC Meeting
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom
Chicago’s School Health Access Collaborative (SHAC) brings together education and health stakeholders to identify ways to enhance student access to comprehensive, coordinated, and sustainable healthcare, improve the health service delivery model for Chicago students, and elevate equity and well-being. Co-managed by Healthy Schools Campaign (HSC) and Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC), SHAC leverages the knowledge and expertise of its members to envision a school health system that provides all students with the health and wellness services they need.New participants are always welcome. If you or your organization is interested in participating in this SHAC Program Meeting, please email SHAC@chicagoschoolhealth.org.

2026 Youth Heath Summit – Southside
2026-05-30 09:30 - 16:00
The Youth Health Summit aims to engage young people and their champions on the southside of Chicago in strategy conversations around health-related topics including, but not limited to, substance use, mental health, LGBTQIA+ health, housing insecurities, violence prevention, and justice involvement.The Summit is intended for Chicago-based youth, community-based organizations, healthcare providers, youth development organizations, schools, city agencies involved in health programs, and public health practitioners. It centers the voices of young people by offering peer-led learning experiences and engaging activities for young people, while recognizing that healthcare does not only take place in the doctor’s office. Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 28, 2026Learn more here.

Reentry Support Training
2026-06-03 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join PHIMC and other thought leaders for a free one-day training designed to educate and inform providers in both community-based and healthcare settings, on medical and non-medical discharge planning for formerly incarcerated individuals.This one-day training consists of four 75-minute modules on the topics listed below. Modules are facilitated by thought leaders and professionals inclusive of individuals with lived experience in both the corrections and public health fields. This training covers: Overview of the Corrections System and Reentry ProcessTrauma-Informed Care for the Corrections PopulationBasic Needs and Barriers for Formerly Incarcerated IndividualsHealth-Related Topics that include HIV, Substance Use, and Mental Health–> Register Here <–This training is supported by ViiV Healthcare’s Positive Action Grant Program.

Seven Days in June: Health is Primary
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:00 | AIDS Memorial Garden, Belmont and Lake Shore Drive
The health of Americans is on the ballot in 2026. Medical research, affordable access to healthcare and treatment, and strong public health systems are fundamental to our quality of life, economic stability, workforce strength and national security. Health is not a niche issue. It touches every person, family, employer, community and local economy.When health systems are underfunded or destabilized, people suffer, families are driven into bankruptcy, communities lose services and the nation becomes less prepared for the next crisis. Gutting global health infrastructure exacerbates political instability and threatens U.S. security interests. This weakens our nation’s global influence and does nothing to reduce the federal deficit.Seven Days in June: HEALTH IS PRIMARY is a decentralized, nonpartisan, grassroots-driven campaign to focus local media attention on how funding cuts, as well as policy and regulatory changes, will devastate local communities. ~ Excerpted from the national campaign fact sheet, which is available for download at www.sevendaysinjune.orgThe full campaign runs from June 1 to June 7, and Chicagoland efforts are being coordinated by Morten Group.As a participant in this campaign, PHIMC invites you to join Chicago area coalition partners for a CANDLELIGHT VIGIL at the AIDS Garden Chicago from 7:30pm to sunset to honor all those already lost to illness, inequity, and inadequate care — and to stand in solidarity with the millions more whose lives depend on restored funding. In the event of rain, the vigil will move to the Center on Halsted. RSVP to the Chicagoland Candlelight Vigil at bit.ly/7days-vigil

Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide & Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting
2026-08-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide and Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting supports justice impacted individuals and professionals within the fields of corrections and public health in Chicago and throughout the state of Illinois.Please join us to learn about opportunities, resources, and services for justice-impacted people and those who work with them throughout Illinois. Register HereIf you experience any issues with registration, please reach out to us at reentry@phimc.org as soon as possible. PHIMC strongly encourages all inquiries to be submitted no later than one week prior to the date of the convening to allow sufficient time for support. Please note that delays in contacting reentry@phimc.org regarding issues with registration may result in the issue not being resolved prior to the meeting.Note: All attendees must complete their own registration for the meeting. Only individuals who receive a registration confirmation from PHIMC will be recognized as official meeting participants. Those who join without confirmation will not be counted as attendees.

SHAC Meeting
2026-09-24 09:00 - 12:00 | TBD; in-person

Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide & Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting
2026-11-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Combined Illinois Reentry Statewide and Community Reentry Taskforce Meeting supports justice impacted individuals and professionals within the fields of corrections and public health in Chicago and throughout the state of Illinois.Please join us to learn about opportunities, resources, and services for those who work with justice impacted individuals and individuals who are currently incarcerated or reentering communities in Chicago and throughout the state of Illinois. Registration information will be shared closer to the meeting date.

PHIMC's Fall Reception: All in for Public Health
2026-11-19 17:30 - 20:00 | American Writers Museum, 180 North Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Please join us for PHIMC’s Fall Reception: All in for Public Health on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at the American Writers Museum – 180 N. Michigan, 2nd Floor. This will be our third Fall Reception honoring partnership, community, and progress towards compassionate, affirming, and racially equitable public health systems and practice.All in for Public Health celebrates the power of collaboration among nonprofits, community organizations, government agencies, and institutions championing community-driven solutions to public health challenges. Your participation fuels HIV prevention and care, behavioral health, school and community wellness, gender-affirming services, support for justice-impacted individuals, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. Learn how your support strengthens health equity—and have fun while making a difference.Tickets go on sale in early September. Please join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the wins — yes, there have been wins — in our joint efforts for health equity and justice! Learn More.

Reentry Support Training
2026-12-02 09:00 - 15:00, 2027-02-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join PHIMC and other thought leaders for a free one-day training designed to educate and inform providers in both community-based and healthcare settings, on medical and non-medical discharge planning for formerly incarcerated individuals.This one-day training consists of four 75-minute modules on the topics listed below. Modules are facilitated by thought leaders and professionals inclusive of individuals with lived experience in both the corrections and public health fields. This training covers: Overview of the Corrections System and Reentry ProcessTrauma-Informed Care for the Corrections PopulationBasic Needs and Barriers for Formerly Incarcerated IndividualsHealth-Related Topics that include HIV, Substance Use, and Mental HealthRegistration information will be shared closer to the meeting date. This training is supported by ViiV Healthcare’s Positive Action Grant Program.
