Programs Communities Partnering 4 Peace Claretian Associates and other Community Violence Intervention (CVI) organizations met with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and State Senator Celina Villanueva to discuss the progress of CVI, the efforts to reduce violence and the impact of recent funding cuts. Learn more about their discussion on reduction in crime here. South Chicago Housing Resource Event
On September 17th, Claretian Associates, in partnership with Fifth Third Bank, and other housing community partners, hosted a housing resource event. Fifth Third Bank’s Financial Empowerment Mobile, known as the eBus, brought resources to the community such as credit counseling, immediate checking account opening, and more. Attendees had the opportunity to see presentations on Claretian’s future housing developments. Communities Partnering 4 Peace Light in the Night distributed books, and book bags with school supplies. Community members enjoyed delicious food, and lively music.
 Public Safety Round Table Claretian Associates hosted a Public Safety Round Table at the SALUD Center. It was a discussion about public safety and community needs. Topics included safety concerns, identifying missing support, and the shared ownership of public safety. Youth Development Program Manager, David Todd, facilitated the conversation with community members and professionals who work in neighborhoods prone to violence. Another round table is planned for a later date to further discuss public safety and ways to collaborate. We Are BuildingMeet, Greet, and Green Day
Claretian Associates and Neighbor Space had a beatification day at Peoples Park located at 3257 E 92nd Street. The day consisted of cleaning the park, planting flowers, and getting to know the neighbors. Communities Partnering 4 Peace (CP4P) outreach workers engaged with community members by gardening and providing them with resources. The back fence was replaced in an effort to secure the area and to promote safety. A ramp will be installed at a later date to improve accessibility.
Staff Highlights Safe Passage Program Manager Claretian Associates welcomes William Branch as the new Safe Passage Program Manager. William will be responsible for managing the Safe Passage team of community watchers, who ensure a safe route for students during the school year. William oversees the team of community watchers who service six schools, Burnham Mathematics & Science Academy, James H. Bowen, George Henry Corliss, Myra Bradwell, Douglas Taylor, Arnold Mireles, and Ninos Heros. His day begins by checking in with each school, to make sure the team feels supported and address any concerns. “I enjoy being in the field, having my boots on the ground. I like talking with the principals, deans, and administrative staff,” said William. William’s background is in youth education. William was a program manager for Youth Guidance Chicago, that provided enrichment programing to schools for students and parents. He has been working with youth for over 10 years. William was a tutor and mentor for elementary and high school students earlier in his career. “I’ve had a passion working with youth. I enjoy working and helping people. That’s a mission I always live by,“ said William. William sees himself as a coach, not a manager, he wants to help community watchers in their next career aspiration. He looks forward to helping and guiding the Safe Passage team, and ensuring the program operates well.  Chicago Rehab Network (CRN) Graduates Claretian Associates congratulates Real Estate Project Manager, Shawn Walker and Corridor Manager, Paul Panciera, for recently graduating from the CRN Community Empowerment Workshop Series. The program consists of eight workshops over the course of 6 months where participants learn to be leaders in improving the quality of life in their community. Learn more about the workshop series here. Local Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Hero Award
CP4P Program Manager James Sims received the Local Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Hero Award from Trajectory Changing Solutions (TCS). TCS’s event, Impact Celebration: Toast to Change, included a ribbon cutting of the new TCS Innovation Center and recognition of CVI leaders who are making a difference in their communities. James has worked in the field of CVI for approximately 11 years. He was honored for his dedication for reducing violence in the community and his commitment to the team. Announcememnts Trauma-Informed Symposium The South Chicago Neighborhood Network and the University of Chicago Medicine will host the annual Trauma-Informed Symposium, Healing, Resilience, and Renewal Through Systems Change. The symposium will be a panel discussion at the SALUD Center from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. The discussion will cover how trauma has impacted the South Community as a whole. Register here. For more information contact Program Manager Tiarra Owens at [email protected]  Light in the Night The Light in the Night events will be on October 30th in the neighborhoods of South Shore, and South Deering. Each event will have food, music and books. We hope to see you there!  Fitness Center
If you have not joined the fitness center, take advantage of our memberships: Classic $14.99, Classic Plus One $25, and Classic Paid in Full $150. Our October special includes a 3-month membership for $39.99. If interested stop by the SALUD Fitness Center for a tour of the facility and all it has to offer.
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