Our Insights Into Safety & Justice

Trafficking Awareness Month: Engaging with Survivors of Human Trafficking
While the scourge of human trafficking has received increased media attention in recent years, it…
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The Kovler Center Supports Cameroonian Asylum-Seekers in the U.S.
In June of 2019, a group of 13 U.S. Senators, led by Senator Dick Durbin…
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Results for America: READI Chicago
Results for America's Economic Mobility Catalog features an in-depth case study of READI Chicago, documenting…
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National Organizations Release Plan for Equitable Economic Recovery
New Resource Calls for a National Subsidized Employment Program that Centers People Most Left Behind…
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UCAN: Hope For Change
Leo Baylor is hopeful for the new year. Despite a turbulent 2020 that included a…
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Inauguration Day 2021
January 20, 2021 Evelyn Diaz, President…
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Building Sustainable Partnerships and Futures
At READI Chicago, we believe workforce development and an ability to earn a living in…
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A Message from our Chief Impact Officer
For those who don't know me, my name is Dr. Christian A. Friend and I…
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Democracy and Justice Must Prevail
Dear Friends and Supporters: Like many…
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Historic Legislation Provides Protections to Illinoisans Who Need Access to Fair Loans, Housing, Driver’s Licenses
The Legislation Passed in Lame Duck Yesterday and Today Was Advocated for by Human Rights,…
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An Introductory Guide to Anti-Trafficking Action in Internal Displacement Contexts
Trafficking in persons remains the single largest rights violation exacerbated in times of crisis in…
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Community groups set 2021 goal: Reduce violence by 20%
After Chicago saw a dramatic spike in crime in 2020, one group is doubling down…
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