May 2024
EVENTS
Join us in Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and continuing the work toward his dream on Monday, January 20th for the MLK, Jr. Festival at 10:00 am @ Wayfarer Theatre.
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This year's inaugural event in partnership with Wayfarer Theatre will include a free showcase of the film, We Are the Dream, student musicians and speakers and art in celebration of Dr. King.
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The event is free but everyone must reserve their theatre seating.
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November 2024
Join us on Wednesday, November 13th at 7:00 pm for Community Connectors 2!
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Join us for this year's 2nd event with community leaders from multiple organizations who work in the ‘inclusion space’ for discussion, collaboration and laughter too (cause we definitely need it)!
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May 2024
Join us on Wednesday, May 1st at 7:00 pm for Community Connectors!
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We are bringing together many of the community leaders who work in the ‘inclusion space’ for discussion, collaboration and laughter too (cause we definitely need it)!
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March 3 - May 5, 2024
Vigilance
The Brushwood Center Presents: Vigilance Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: March 3 – May 5, 2024
Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods
Free, On View during Open Hours
Vigilance features artists of all ages, and celebrates the contributions of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) environmental justice leaders. This exhibition is hosted in partnership with Insight Advocacy, an organization that promotes visibility and inclusion on the North Shore of Chicago. Visitors are invited to view artworks in a variety of mediums created by professional artists as well as students. This show shares valuable insights from past leaders, and seeks to inspire current generations to join the work for a cleaner, safer, more equitable future for all.
Erased, Canvas by Hayes Harris
February 2024
Join us Saturday, February 10 @ 3:00 pm the Highland Park Public Library.
A conversation with leaders dedicated to advocating for inclusion and diversity. Panelists will share tools and best practices for advocating for yourself and you families in all spaces.
January 2024
Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service
Monday, January 15, 2024
Join us at our table as we package Feminine Hygiene kits for an organization that provides housing to women and young ladies.
Write a note of encouragement for the recipients.
Donations of maxi pads, toothbrushes, toothpaste and deodorant are being accepted.
Where: The Recreation Center
1207 Park Avenue, Highland Park, IL
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
2023 At a Glance
Youth Service Project, 2023
THANK YOU to our awesome Insight Advocacy youth volunteers, their parent and donors for helping to make our Youth Service Project event a success!
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Our volunteers decorated and packed Thanksgiving breakfast bags for foster youth of Fill a Heart 4 Kids.
Giving back and making a difference in our North Shore community!
Draw Together, 2023
Join us as we come together as a community for the largest chalk art event on the North Shore!
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Food trucks, jump rope, music and a special appearance by Daisy from Nature Cat.
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Sponsored chalk boxes available for those in need. Please contact us if you would like to attend and would like to request a sponsored chalk box.