On Valentine’s Day, EverThrive Illinois hosted a Community Chat at the Austin Branch Chicago Public Library on the West Side of the city. The purpose of the chat is for community members to better understand the maternal mortality crisis and the factors that contribute to this crisis within communities of color. In addition, we also […]
Continue ReadingBirth Equity Conference Highlights Health Needs of Pregnant and Postpartum People
Community Events
In November, EverThrive IL hosted a half-day Birth Equity Conference in collaboration with the Blue Door Neighborhood Center in Morgan Park. Blue Cross Blue Shield opened the Blue Door Neighborhood Centers to improve community health through education, activities, and resources. The opening remarks were led by Chi Chi Okwu, EverThrive IL’s Executive Director, and Nicaya […]
Continue ReadingKeeping Communities Healthy During the Winter Months
Community Events
In the first week of November, Arias Benitez-Perez, our Immunizations Manager, organized two Community Health Chats in the Chicagoland area. The first chat was at the West40 Intermediate Service Center in Maywood, IL, and the second was at the PASO West Suburban Action Project in Melrose Park, IL. The purpose of these health chats was […]
Continue ReadingCommunity Baby Shower Recap
Community Events
EverThrive IL hosted its 2nd Annual Community Baby Shower on Saturday, April 27th, at the Homan Square Community Center in the North Lawndale neighborhood. The event was held during National Infant Immunization Week to educate parents and families on the importance of taking action regarding their child’s health and share valuable information and resources with […]
Continue ReadingBirth Equity Listening Session Recap
Community Events
Last month, EverThrive Illinois hosted an in-person Birth Equity Listening Session on the West side of Chicago. This event was put together by our Community Engagement Director, Tamela Milan-Alexander, who is also the lead behind The Gathering campaign. For the past few months, Tamela has been hosting listening sessions virtually and in-person in the Southern region […]
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