Celebrating the World Within Our City
Exploring diverse perspectives and community voices across Chicago's vibrant media landscape
Chicago truly embodies the world. Wander through neighborhoods where cultures converge, where authentic flavors and traditions create a living mosaic of global heritage right in our city.
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With reverent voices, they offer prayers for loved ones back in Ukraine. Far from home here in downtown Chicago, they share their fears. Similar concerns echo for family and friends in Istanbul, Cairo, Manila, Bangkok, San Juan, Mexico City, Caracas, Lagos, Mogadishu, Ramallah, and Jerusalem.
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Many believe the Japanese American incarceration during World War II is ancient history, and that since the Korematsu verdict was vacated, such injustice could never reoccur. Yet following September 11th, we've witnessed rising hate crimes and racial profiling targeting Muslim and Arab Americans, and those mistaken for them, including Sikh Americans.
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The United African Organization hosted a powerful Racial Justice Roundtable where allies from Asian American, Arab/Muslim, and Latino communities gathered to address a critical shared concern: confronting racism in our communities.
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Your weekly guide to multicultural events happening across Chicago this weekend.
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Our city buzzes with activity, and staying informed can be challenging. We've compiled this weekend's most compelling cultural events to help you plan your days.
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Journalists can report who was harmed and where incidents occurred. But how do we effectively cover the interventions that actually prevent violence? These critical questions shaped a reporters workshop on June 11th at Columbia College, hosted by Community Media Workshop and Strengthening Chicago's Youth, moderated by WBEZ's Natalie Moore.
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