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Trauma Center Mobilization

[ February 6, 2013 | 0 comments ]
FLY led a peaceful sit-in at the new $700M hospital the University of Chicago is opening, on January 27th. It was met with violence and arrests by the University of Chicago police (see links below).

The violence we were met with by the police is the same violence the hospital inflicts by turning its back on the community. We say stop the violence! 

We are pushing back harder than ever, call President Zimmer - (773) 702-8800 - and tell him: Set up A Meeting with FLY, SHE and Sharoon O'Keefe.
Get Involved!!! Contact FLY at www.facebook.com/fearlessleadingbytheyouth

Sign the Petition: Trauma Care Petition

Key Facts on why the University of Chicago Hospital should raise the age of their children's trauma center: Download Fact Sheet Here

Check out FLY on the trauma center and root causes of gun violence on CNN.com -
Activists say gun control isn't the only thing needed to reduce deaths...they also need more trauma centers.
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Free Mental Health Courses for Faith Leaders

[ February 5, 2013 | 0 comments ]

Do you want to learn about mental health issues that may affect your congregation?

Do you want to learn more about mental health resources in Chicago?



Do you want to network with other faith leaders to help plan to Heal Chicago?

We will meet one Saturday a month from February to December for two hours and have mental health professionals as well as survivors present information on common mental health issues and approaches and resources for treatment.

Workshops
February 16, 2013, Healthy Body/ Healthy Mind, Dr. Anne Scheetz   -   Host: Pastor Monte Rollerson, South Side Gospel Church, 863 East 64th St.    It is important to pay attention to your physical health as a way to maintain your mental health.  A diagnosis of Cancer, type 2 diabetes can lead to depression and other mental health issues.  A sound body management is crucial to maintain a well mind and spirit.

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