About

Building Blocks of Peace is a multi-organizational effort to mobilize individuals and organizations into collective action for the wellbeing of Chicago. We all have a role to play in the safety of our communities, the social fabric of our neighborhoods, and the wellbeing of our blocks.

2026 Training Series

SOUTH

Saturday, March 7

9:30am-1:30pm

New Progressive MB Church

9425 S Perry Ave, Chicago, IL 60620

Roseland

Registration opens Jan 2026

These trainings will include:

  • PLENARY session
  • PANEL featuring local leaders
  • WORKSHOPS led by local practitioners (5 topical tracks)
  • LUNCH (free!)
  • NEIGHBORHOOD WALK *optional*

WEST

Saturday, April 11

9:30am-1:30pm

River City Community Church

3709 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60651

W Humboldt Park

Registration opens Jan 2026
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WE ARE ALSO PARTNERING WITH

We Are Our Own Medicine Conference

April 24-25

Malcolm X College

1900 W. Jackson, Chicago, IL 60612

Inhabit Conference

May 1-2

Lawndale Community Church

3827 W. Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623

MORE DETAILS SOON


2026 United Engagement

The following efforts are strategic times that we will promote coordination city-wide. Join these united but de-centralized engagement opportunities:

HANDS ACROSS CHICAGO

Memorial Day Weekend

Fri, May 22 – Mon, May 25, 2026

handsacrosschicago.com

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

1st Tuesday in August

Tue, Aug 4, 2026

Join Local NNO Events

NATIONAL GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY

September 28th

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

Learn More