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Building Blocks of Peace is a multi-sector 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.

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2027 Training Series

Learn from Chicago community leaders and grow in how you love your neighbors and collaborate in your neighborhood.

NORTH

Saturday, March 6

9:30am-1:30pm

Jesus People, Wilson Abbey

935 W. Wilson Ave. Chicago, IL

Uptown

SOUTH

Saturday, April 3

9:30am-1:30pm

Salvation Army, Red Shield Center

945 West 69th Street, Chicago, IL

Englewood

WEST

Saturday, May 1

9:30am-1:30pm

Bethel New Life

1140 N Lamon Ave, Chicago, IL

Austin

Registration Opens January 2027

2027 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

May 28 – 31, 2027

Memorial Day Weekend

handsacrosschicago.com

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Aug 3, 2027

1st Tuesday in August

Join Local NNO Events

CHICAGO GOOD NEIGHBOR WEEK

Sep 28 - Oct 4

The week following National Good Neighbor Day (Sep 28)

chicagogoodneighborweek.com