The Illinois Conference UCC, Elmhurst University, and Community Renewal Society released a press release with details of their upcoming event Out and Faithful: A Multifaith Celebration of Queer Spirituality and a Call to Advocacy on October 11.

The community members who served on the City of Chicago’s Use of Force Community Working Group released their first public report, which describes fundamental changes to Chicago Police Department (CPD) Use of Force policies and highlights ongoing deficiencies in need of immediate change.

Defy Ventures is a national nonprofit organization operating in 7 states from coast to coast. In 2018, Defy Ventures recognized the opportunity to expand services to Illinois, due to the state experiencing significant recidivism rates and an interest in creating pathways to financial independence for currently and formerly incarcerated residents.

Make a plan to vote in Illinois! Read this blog article to learn about voter registration, check out a sample ballot, review election deadlines, and more.

Community Renewal Society presents My Congregation Votes, a campaign to encourage voter engagement and civic participation in the upcoming mid-term and municipal elections.

View the proclamations and resolutions given by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the City Council at The Chicago Reporter’s 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Rev. Dr. Brad Braxton is the keynote speaker for CRS’ Annual Membership Assembly this year. Read his bio here.

In honor of the Chicago Reporter's 50th Anniversary, CRS hosted an in-person event to celebrate TCR’s 50 years of investigative reporting on racial equality. See the event’s program details and speaker bios.

Karen Freeman-Wilson is the keynote speaker for The Chicago Reporter’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. Read her bio here.

What will the ECPS Ordinance do? What is the community commission on public safety? What are district councils? How does the ordinance create an opportunity for additional democratic reform?

The Community Commission for Public Safety & Accountability will host its first public meeting, which is the culmination of a years-long effort that included tens of thousands of people in communities across the city.

Today marks the 21st Anniversary of September 11, 2021, when we watched our nation come under one of the worst terrorist attacks in history. Yvonne V. Delk Theologian in Residence, Rev. Erica Williams shares her experience during this traumatic event and invites you to join her for Reflect, Act, Pray on September 20 via Zoom.

CRS has gathered this list of links to be used as a resource for information, education, and even some entertainment, and to be an encouragement to the LGBTQIA+ community. The Beloved Community is inclusive of all, for all. That is PRIDE!

CRS has gathered this list of links to be used as a resource for information, education, and even some entertainment, and to be an encouragement to the LGBTQIA+ community. The Beloved Community is inclusive of all, for all. That is PRIDE!

Learn about calls to action you can take to support those facing ethnic cleansing and apartheid in Palestine.

Learn about ways you can help communities and refugees affected by the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

Rustin, a gay Black man, was the genius behind the 1964 March on Washington. You may not have heard of Bayard due to his name being on several FBI lists based on his sexuality, affiliation with the Communist party and history of advocacy. No matter what, Rustin refused to stop his fight for justice.

On August 20, Community Renewal Society is proud to be a sponsor of Blaqout & Relaxation and Worlds Perfectionist first Black Wall Street Back to School Giveaway. The event will be held at 2045-2055 W. 79th Street on Saturday, August 20 and will run from 2:00 PM Central Time while supplies last.

CRS mission centers on eradicating racism and inequities in our society. We condemn these murders and all acts of bigotry and biases that marginalize and harm others.

All 220 United States House Democrats, along with 47 Republicans, voted to approve legislation to protect the rights to same-sex and interracial marriage, in the Respect for Marriage Act which passed on July 19. Although 157 Republicans voted against it, this legislation is the most pro-LGBTQIA+ vote in Congressional history.