Illinois’ Inclusive Curriculum Law took effect on July 1, 2020. Nearly two years later, Zella Milfred, Reporter for The Daily Northwestern, interviews teachers, students, and other stakeholders to explore how the implementation is going.Grecia Magdaleno, Policy and Advocacy Manager for
News is Out: LGBTQ+ youth are on the frontlines of massive setbacks for equality
A joint report was published on May 3, 2022 by member publications of News is Out: Bay Area Reporter, Dallas Voice, Philadelphia Gay News, Q Voice News, Tagg Magazine, Washington Blade, and Windy City Times. It includes the voices of
PHIMC Granted $50K from Hollister Confidence Project to Support, Affirm, and Engage LGBTQ+ Youth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 2, 2022CONTACT: RoiAnn Phillips, Communications Directorroiann.phillips@phimc.org or 708.466.2650Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago Granted $50K from the Hollister Confidence Project to Support, Affirm, and Engage LGBTQ+ Youth Throughout IllinoisCHICAGO, IL – Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago
Reentry Support in Illinois: Rediscover, Reimagine, Rebuild
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 1, 2021CONTACT: RoiAnn Phillips, Communications Directorroiann.phillips@phimc.org or 708.466.2650Reentry Support in Illinois: State leaders, service providers, and community members rediscover, reimagine, and rebuild equitable practices in criminal, health, and social justiceCHICAGO, IL – On March 3, the 2022
Apply Now – Host a National Health Corps (NHC) AmeriCorps Member
Request for Applications issued by: Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC)Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) seeks applications from organizations interested in hosting AmeriCorps members for 2022-2023 as part of the National Health Corps Chicago (NHC Chicago) program.
LGBTQ+ Youth Advocates Address Bullying and Censorship
In November 2021, LGBTQ+ youth advocates reported a spike in bullying and censorship in Illinois schools related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, gender-expansive, and queer identities, and offered recourse for students and families who have been impacted, along with support and
Warm Wishes
Happy New Year!We are well into January, and while the sidewalks and roads are slick and COVID-19 continues to surge, we want to pump the brakes for a moment and thank you for working to create an equitable public health
On Gathering Ground: How Chicago Freedom School Earns the Mary F. Morten Award for Justice
During Invigorate: A B.Y.O. Brunch for Public Health in November 2021, PHIMC had the distinct honor of presenting Chicago Freedom School with the Mary F. Morten Award for Justice, for its vital role in catalyzing youth-led social change.Shortly before the
PHIMC to present 2021 Mary F. Morten Award for Justice
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LGBTQ Inclusion and Support in the Classroom with Nat Duran: A Podcast Episode
As students, teachers, and staff return to schools across the country and Illinois’ Inclusive Curriculum Law implementation begins, many people working with youth are looking for support and guidance.Donnie Dicus and Angelia Ebner, co-hosts of 3Ps in a Pod: An
