Category: Rights & Social Justice

CU Indivisible: Housing Discrimination Discussion at City Council Meeting

C-U Indivisible volunteer admin Emily Rodriguez updates us on the progress of ongoing efforts to strike the provision from the Champaign city code that allows housing discrimination against Champaign residents who have conviction records: "Last night, I joined dozens of other Champaign residents at a City Council Meeting in speaking out against Section 17-4.5. Open … Continue reading CU Indivisible: Housing Discrimination Discussion at City Council Meeting

Save the Date: Supreme Court Action in Springfield on Sunday, August 26

Join the Indivisible nationwide day of action to save the Supreme Court. Trumps nominee is one of the most partisan judges. All our rights as well as the future of our country hangs in the balance of this nomination. Come out and show your solidarity. Date is Sunday August 26, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.  … Continue reading Save the Date: Supreme Court Action in Springfield on Sunday, August 26

Teens: Conversation on the Issues on Saturday, August 4

Teens are invited to share their thoughts about issues faced by youth in today’s America, and to discuss the power of art, storytelling, civic engagement, community, and collective action.  It's on Saturday, August 4, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the Urbana Free Library. Pizza and snacks will be served. The event is in the … Continue reading Teens: Conversation on the Issues on Saturday, August 4

Black Lives Matter: Summer Celebration in Douglass Park

You don't want to miss this! Come share some joy with your local Black Lives Matter chapter!  Join the celebration on Saturday, July 28, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm,  Douglass Park, 512 E Grove St, Champaign.  BLMCU information materials, music, food, speakers and performances. Food catered by Carribbean Grill and DJ Terrance Stevenson on music! … Continue reading Black Lives Matter: Summer Celebration in Douglass Park