@janeaddamscoll’s Asst. Prof. Kathryn Bocanegra discussed the impact of systemic violence on everyday life in Chicago & other public safety topics on WTTW’s A Safer City initiative, hosted by Joanna Hernandez. bit.ly/3wr83z3

Almost 6,000 degrees will be awarded during #UIC commencement ceremonies May 1-5. Meet five inspiring UIC graduates who are ready to make an impact: today.uic.edu/meet-5-inspiri…

New beginnings is the theme of the Spring 2024 @janeaddamscoll’s issue of Affirmations. Highlights include the 28th Honig Lecture, a 50th JACSW reunion, & a program helping formerly incarcerated individuals piece their life back together. bit.ly/44plc8g

Thomas Morris returned to school after working 25 years in IT. On Friday, May 3, he will receive his master’s degree from the @janeaddamscoll. Read about Thomas’ journey in UIC Today. bit.ly/49ZxFAI

Identical twins Monique & Monika Grant have been inseparable since birth, & on May 3 they will process together into Credit Union 1 Arena on the this is UIC campus to receive their master’s degree from @janeaddamscoll. Congratulations to all 253 graduates. bit.ly/3y0JA3Z

@janeaddamscoll Asst. Prof. Laurenia Mangum and colleagues’ latest research published in @anacjournal delves into the vital experiences of Black mothers with HIV as they navigate the intersection of HIV care and parenthood. Read more: bit.ly/4atWtlz

Immigration attorney Gladis Molina Alt, executive director of The Young Center, discussed “Welcoming the Newcomer: Meeting Migration Trauma with Trust, Generosity, and Support' at the @janeaddamscoll’s 28th Karen J. Honig Memorial Lecture. bit.ly/4cXzSQ0

@janeaddamscoll’s Asst. Prof. Kathryn Bocanegra will be a panelist on @WTTW’s Chicago Voices to discuss the impact of systemic violence on everyday life. The free virtual presentation is @ noon on Apr. 29. Learn more & register here. bit.ly/4aNpE2Q

@janeaddamscoll’s Branden McLeod talked about social policies impact on Black fathers’ roles, false portrayals on Black fathers & the tests they face, how views of Black dads have grown, & ways families benefit from involved dads on WVON 1690AM “Equal Hope.” bit.ly/3TW7164

Implementing a witness protection program would be an essential tool for detectives and families seeking justice, Kathryn Bocanegra, an assistant professor Jane Addams College of Social Work, tells WTTW - Chicago PBS news.wttw.com/2024/03/12/fam…

Are you interested in joining a group that is working to successfully implement all aspects of Illinois’ community crisis response system? If so, the 988 Crisis Hub @ the Jane Addams College of Social Work of Social Work wants to talk to you. bit.ly/3TAvT4k

Jane Addams College of Social Work Asst. Prof. Sara Beeler discussed her research on building equitable & responsive systems of care for persons who do drugs & alcohol at UIC’s SparkTalks. Listen to Beeler’s 3-minute elevator speech about her research below:

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Social workers have a strong desire to help improve people’s lives by helping them cope with their issues, deal with their relationships, & solve personal and family problems. March is Social Work Month, & the Jane Addams College of Social Work wants to celebrate those in the profession. #JACSW

Interested in traveling to Springfield to advocate for the social work profession? Sign-up by 3/15 to join the NASW-Illinois to attend Advocacy Day on 4/16 at the Illinois State Capitol. Hope to see you there. bit.ly/3T9bByM

Registration is still open to attend Jane Addams College of Social Work’s Honig Lecture on 3/13/24 to hear immigration attorney Gladis Molina Alt discuss “Welcoming the Newcomer: Meeting Migration Trauma with Trust, Generosity, and Support.” bit.ly/42KMvt0

Register today to attend Jane Addams College of Social Work’s Honig Lecture on 3/13/24 to hear immigration attorney Gladis Molina Alt discuss “Welcoming the Newcomer: Meeting Migration Trauma with Trust, Generosity, and Support.” bit.ly/3un8Ikh

Jane Addams College of Social Work Assoc. Prof. Otima Doyle, PhD has been named to the 2024 class of Fellows of the SSWR. Doyle engages in research that builds on fathers’ strengths to support both parenting and youth’s mental and behavioral health. bit.ly/48NdS7Q

The Jane Addams College of Social Work is hosting a community safety forum on Feb. 28 featuring Chicago Deputy Mayor of Community Safety GarienG, who will discuss the city’s new “People’s Plan for Community Safety.” bit.ly/422Z6rh

The Jane Addams Center for Social Policy and Research & the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments will host a “Permanent Punishments Forum” on Feb. 15 from 10 am - 1 pm to discuss efforts to automate the expungement & sealing of criminal records. bit.ly/3H7QCFG

The latest issue of Affirmations is now live. Read about how JACSW faculty, staff and alumni are using their expertise, caring, and desire to make Chicago and the communities they call home, if not this world, a better place. bit.ly/3RLkqha