Going home for the holidays? Need some support in dealing with that *special* family member?   Engaging with friends, relatives, or even coworkers about challenging topics can be highly stressful, but also an important part of staying true to yourself and your beliefs. This is especially true when someone is saying things that are insensitive, rude, or … Continue reading Racist Uncle Joe Workshop

Join Courage Connection for a Candlelight Vigil to honor and recognize victims and survivors of Domestic Violence. There will be guest speakers along with an open mic platform for sharing. The Vigil is Thursday, October 25, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at the Champaign County Courthouse, 101 E. Main in Urbana. Here's the Facebook event. This … Continue reading Candlelight Vigil: Domestic Violence

In this interactive workshop, we will deconstruct how we conceptualize social change, and our roles in creating that change. The workshop is on Thursday, October 25, 12:00 pm -1:00 pm at the University YMCA, 1001 S. Wright St, Champaign. Participants will analyze existing language, labels, and how we may be recreating systems of harm in … Continue reading Workshop on Creating Social Change: From Ally to Co-Conspirator

The keynote speaker for this year's Women Making Waves Brunch and Panel will be Nina Turner, current President of Our Revolution and former Ohio State Sentator.   Senator Turner is committed to advocating for progressive ideals and values and is a clear example of why we need more women in politics. In a time where … Continue reading 4th Annual Women Making Waves Brunch: “Our Revolution” President

The Champaign County NAACP invites you to join them for a night of motivating words, music, food, and recognition.  The Freedom Fund 2018 Banquet will be held on Friday October 19, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. The venue is Champaign Suites (formerly Hawthorn Suites) at 101 Trade Center Drive, Champaign. The NAACP Freedom Fund Celebration … Continue reading NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet