Chicago Beyond
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Chicago Beyond is a philanthropic organization that addresses systemic inequity by backing solutions led by those closest to the issues.
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Black women in the U.S. are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Leaders gathered for an important event with Chicago Beyond this week to demand action—and birth equity. msnbc.com/know-your-valu…
Earlier this week, Chicago Beyond convened national leaders in government, philanthropy, and public health for a vital conversation on the maternal health system in America. Learn more. msnbc.com/morning-joe/wa… via Morning Joe Know Your Value
“We have the opportunity to be a model for what is possible for states across this country, and I am so proud of that. We have the opportunity to really change health outcomes for women here in Illinois.” - Liz Dozier
“As Governor, I've made it my priority to not only protect, but to promote the fundamental right of women to choose if and when and how they will have children.” - Governor JB Pritzker
“I'm a restorative justice practitioner, and what we say is the wisdom is in the room. And so the solutions are always going to be found from our communities.” - Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
“My advice is to look to the people who are helping. This is not the time in your life where you can kind of brush off microaggressions.” - Tatyana Ali
Last month, our Managing Director of Justice Initiatives, Nneka Jones Tapia led a conversation at the Council on Criminal Justice 2025 Summit. Dr. Tapia identified how we can reimagine our approach to safety in corrections, leaning on the pillars of Chicago Beyond’s Holistic Safety Framework.
Yesterday, Liz Dozier joined Jennifer Mosley, Nicole Marwell, and Daniel Ash at the City Club of Chicago to call for more equitable metrics that reflect community healing and progress. We must move beyond traditional evaluation, which can reduce innovation and responsiveness.
Chicago Beyond’s National Justice Convening is approaching on Oct 29-30 in Chicago. Bringing together leaders from across the justice system, we'll focus on “The Power of Connection in Justice” & drive change to improve safety within U.S. jails & prisons. correctionalnews.com/2025/10/15/chi…
In just 7 days, Chicago Beyond will welcome leaders from across the country to our 2nd annual National Justice Convening. I can’t wait to be in community with so many changemakers committed to advancing safety within America’s jails and prisons.