The Illinois Murder Registry: Know Your Rights!
Chicago Torture Justice Center, 6337 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
Oct. 21, 2024, 4:30 p.m. - Oct. 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
The IL Murder Registry impacts over 8,000 Illinoisans and keeps them in a cycle of perpetual punishment. Learn about your rights when registering. Free! RSVP's appreciated to [email protected]... More
Palestine is a Reproductive Justice Issue
UIC Arab American Cultural Center (M/C 460) University of Illinois at Chicago, 101 Taft Hall, 826 S. Halsted, Chicago
Oct. 21, 2024, 4 p.m. - Oct. 21, 2024, 6 p.m.
Join us for a teach-in and reflection space about Palestine as a Reproductive Justice issue. From Georgia, to Sudan, to Falasteen, we cannot trust any state entity to center our reproductive well-being. HEART will share fnding s from their latest campaign, RAHIM, on what Islam as a faith can offer t... More
On Our Land
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th Street, Chicago
Oct. 20, 2024, 5 p.m.
Tone Glow and Pilsen Community Bedsheet Cinema are excited to announce “On Our Land,” a program of two documentaries about Palestinian displacement, community, and resistance. Marilyn Gaunt’s WOMEN UNDER SIEGE (1982, 26 mins) introduces women who play crucial roles—as mothers, teachers, organize... More
Arms Embargo Now
4 S Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL
Oct. 20, 2024, 3 p.m. - Oct. 20, 2024, 5 p.m.
Stop the genocide in Palestine and Lebanon. Join us in demanding an arms embargo to stop the genocide in Palestine and Lebanon, including the horric massacre at Al-Aqsa Hospital, where civilians were burned alive. Stand for justice, human rights, and an end to these atrocities.... More
Maya Ixil Genocide Case Webinar
Chicago - Guatemala based webinar
Oct. 19, 2024, 4 p.m.
Join us for an important conversation on Guatemala’s ongoing struggle for justice and historical memory through the Maya Ixil Genocide Trial. We are honored to feature José Silvio Tay Cusanero, legal advisor to the Association for Justice and Reconciliation (AJR) —an association of survivors and... More
Chicago Protest: Gaza Is On Fire
Water Tower Park, 806 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago
Oct. 19, 2024, 1 p.m.
In just the last few days, countless people have been murdered by Israel's unhinged assault across the region, with people burnt alive in hospitals and an ever-tightening noose around northern Gaza.... More
First Defense Legal Aid Community Outreach Day
Westside Justice Center, 601 S California Ave, Chicago
Oct. 19, 2024, 11 a.m.
Meet us at the Westside Justice Center at 11 am to take part in neighborhood outreach! We'll be talking to taolks about their rights, putting up posters, and handing out flyers and resources. 1-800-LAW-REP4... More
Palestine Fundraising Bazaar
Khulayzan, 1617 S Ogden Ave, Ste 1, Lisle, IL
Oct. 19, 2024, 10 a.m. - Oct. 19, 2024, 6 p.m.
Join us at Khulayzan Studio, in partnership with Chicago First, for an unforgettable fundraiser bazaar supporting Palestine! Bring your friends and family for a day filled with exciting activities, delicious food, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. Enjoy offerings from Salam Cola and other ... More
Collective Radical Imagination Art Exhibition
Cafe Nabala, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago
Oct. 18, 2024, 7 p.m.
Palestinian Art Exhibition examining historical periods through collective pieces and the role of imagination in envisioning alternative futures. Showcases pieces made in Chicago that speak to resilience, liberation, and radical creativity. Featuring speakers @thaeralkiswani and @pettystinian... More
What Should Socialists Say about the State?
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th Street, Chicago
Oct. 18, 2024, 7 p.m.
@tempest_mag presents "What Should Socialists Say about the State?" with author brian bean. Masks are required.... More
What's Next After the March on the DNC
University of Illinois, 750 S Halsted, Room 301, Chicago
Oct. 18, 2024, 6 p.m.
On October 18th, we're gathering for an event to sum up our gains and carry forward our movements after the March on the DNC! Join us to get engaged in ongoing struggles against the Democratic Party and the powers that be, and to unite with other forces standing in solidarity with the Palestinian ca... More
Volunteer With the Rogers Park Free Store!
Oct. 18, 2024, 6 p.m. - Oct. 18, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
A training session will be held so you can help our neighbors at the Free Store! Please register for the training by sending an email to RPfreestore [at] gmail.com... More
Justice for Dexter Reed, Reginald Clay Jr, and Lorenzo Williams Jr!
Chicago Police Headquarters, 3510 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago
Oct. 17, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Join us at the Police Board hearing to demand firing of the officers involved in these crimes and prosecrute them to the fullest extent of the law. We demand an immediate end to the CPD's use of tactical teams and pretextual traffic stops!... More
Prioritizing Human Dignity in a Time of Division
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Ave, Chicago
Oct. 17, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
The 45th annual fall benefit for Chicago Area Peace Action, Thursday, October 17th at the Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Avenue, Chicago. Imagine a society constructed on interdependence rather than geographical borders. Imagine regarding one another as neighbor versus ‘other.’ CA... More
Lead. Listen. Share.
Latino Cultural Center, inside U of I at Chicago's "Quad," west of Halsted Street and south of Harrison Street, Chicago
Oct. 17, 2024, 3 p.m. - Oct. 17, 2024, 4:30 p.m.
Calling students that attend UIC! Are you ready to shape Chicago’s future? Join us on October 17th for an exciting conversation about the Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance and how YOU can help lead the charge toward a greener, more sustainable city! 🌆✨ This is your chance to get involved i... More
Chicago & Palestine: Money for the Poor, NOT for War!
Stage 773, 1225 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
Oct. 16, 2024, 7 p.m.
Mass meeting. While nearly 69,000 Chicagoans are homeless and 600,000 say they're cost or rent burdened, our government has decided to use our tax money to fund Israel's genocide of the Palestinian people. Chicago alone gives 40 million dollars per year directly to the Israeli military. Now Israel t... More
Emergency Protest - Palestinians burned alive at Al Aqsa Hospital
University of Illinois "Quad" - south of Harrison Street, west of Halsted Street, Chicago
Oct. 16, 2024, 1 p.m. - Oct. 16, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
Join SJPUIC as we demand justice and accountability for the lives lost in the massacre at Al Aqsa Hospital.... More
The History of Palestine: A Century of Resilience and Perserverance in Five Sessions
16W560 91st Street, Willowbrook, IL
Oct. 15, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Oct. 15, 2024, 8 p.m.
Mecca Center in collaboration with AMP Chicago presents a five-part weekly history of Palestine with Tarek Khalil, AMP Education Director. Session 3: Palestine from 1923-1938... More
Racist Trump Not Welcome in Chicago
Fairmont Hotel, 200 N Columbus Dr, Chicago
Oct. 15, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Join us on Tuesday morning to protest Trump's visit to Chicago... More
Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance
The Orphanage Community Auditorium, 643 W. 31st St, Chicago
Oct. 14, 2024, 6 p.m.
In honor of Indigenous Day of Rage there will be a screening of "Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance," a documentary about the so-called "Oka Crisis" in 1990. Come hear about this story if you need more reasons to rage against settler colonialism, or come to find other friends who are mad about it.... More