Building Blocks of Peace
Organize ➤ Equip ➤ Deploy
Building Blocks of Peace is collaborative training and mobilization effort that seeks the wellbeing of our blocks and neighborhoods through faithful presence—consistent, positive presence in proximity to our homes, organizations, and places of need.
Sumer 2022 United Engagement
The following efforts are strategic times during the summer that we will organize united prayer & action city-wide. We encourage everyone to participate in their local district efforts, and to join city-wide mobilizations as well when possible.
HANDS ACROSS CHICAGO
Memorial Day Weekend
Fri, May 27 – Sun, May 29
See Summary Map & Photos
HANDS ACROSS CHICAGO
July 4 Weekend
Fri, Jul 1 – Sun, Jul 3
Register Your Location
HANDS ACROSS CHICAGO
Labor Day Weekend
Fri, Sep 2 – Sun, Sep 5
Details TBA
MOBILIZING PARTNERS
RESOURCE PARTNERS
BUILDING BLOCKS OF PEACE
Practical training for local action
Building Blocks of Peace is 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.
VISION
FAITHFUL PRESENCE
Reducing violence and promoting community health through consistent, positive presence in proximity to our homes, churches, and places of need.
TRAINING
PROVEN METHODS
Learning from local leaders who have proven impact in presence-based peacemaking and multiplying effect through training on best practices.
FRAMEWORK
22 CPD DISTRICTS
Organizing and our efforts within the twenty-two Chicago Police Department districts
MOBILIZATION
ACTION PLANS
Syncing our efforts and mobilization plans with each district faith-based subcommittee
Building Blocks of Peace 2021 Summary
Past Building Blocks of Peace Trainings
