Current Events
November Observances
November is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
CRS co-sponsored 2024 ‘A Gathering of Communities: The Power of Our Stories for Collective Healing’ conference
Join us at the CRS co-sponsored 2024 ‘A Gathering of Communities: The Power of Our Stories for Collective Healing’ conference organized by our partner Communities United and co-convened by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago to powerfully uplift community healing led by youth and families.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
Annual Membership Assembly Jerusalem
For the second part of our AMA, CRS is partnering with the Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center for a powerful journey to Jerusalem. Please contact us to learn more. Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
Stop Stopping Us: A CRS Teach-In to End Pretextual Traffic Stops featuring Urban Village Church, Wicker Park
Join CRS and Urban Village Church, Wicker Park for our virtual teach-in about the Free2Move Coalition’s campaign to end discriminatory, ineffective, excessive, and fatal pretextual traffic stops.
Virtual 142nd Annual Membership Assembly
We warmly invite you to join us at our virtual reception, featuring a special presentation by CRS Board Member Rev. Avalon Betts-Gaston, a dedicated advocate for justice and human rights.
October Observances
October is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
“We Won’t Bury the Slain” Day of Action
During our “We Won’t Bury the Slain” Day of Action, CRS invites you to join us at Urban Village Church’s collective prayer vigil to honor the souls unjustly killed by law enforcement and call for police accountability.
Consent Decree Public Hearing
Join CRS and our community partners for a virtual public hearing via Zoom on the 2019 Consent Decree. Gather with us to help monitor the implementation of the Consent Decree and demand police accountability and oversight of the Chicago Police Department (CPD).
September Observances
September is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
Public Hearing on ‘Pretextual Traffic Stops’
Join us at the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability’s public hearing on pretextual traffic stops, where the Commission will explore policies to end this harmful and excessive practice.
CCPSA Monthly Public Meeting & Special Hearing
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public monthly meeting, followed by a special hearing on Live Free Illinois’ proposal to establish the Office of Gun Violence Reduction.
August Observances
August is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
CRS Training & Canvassing to End Pretextual Traffic Stops
Join CRS throughout July to canvass and collect signatures in the North West area of Chicago for the Free2Move Coalition’s campaign and petition to end pretextual traffic stops.
July Observances
July is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day! CRS admires the patience, perseverance, and profound life lessons that Dad-identifying individuals bring to their families. To these role models who brighten dark days with silly jokes and make cheerful memories for their children, we wish you an abundance of joy and support.
Juneteenth Village Fest
Celebrate the Juneteenth holiday with CRS at this year’s Juneteenth Village Fest hosted by It Takes A Village Family of Schools!
End Pretextual Stops: A CRS Teach-In featuring the Free2Move Coalition
Join the CRS Organizing and Policy Team for our next virtual teach-in via Zoom featuring the Free2Move Coalition.
Consent Decree Public Hearing
Join CRS and our coalition partners at the upcoming in-person and virtual Consent Decree Public Hearing!
Avalon Park Community Church UCC Women’s Day
Join us for the Avalon Park Community Church UCC Women’s Day with guest preacher CRS Director of Human Resources Rev. Dr. Ebony Only.
Summer Vibes, Peaceful Lives: A Community Convening
CRS is excited to be a partner for the upcoming, free community convening hosted by our member congregation Kenwood United Church of Christ and sponsored by The Chicago Community Trust. We hope you join us at this event!
June Observances
June is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.
CCPSA Meeting
Join the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability at their public meeting to help us hold the Commission accountable for civilian oversight of the Chicago Police Department.
Justice Through Faith: A CRS Community Space
Join the CRS Organizing and Policy Team in a community space to learn about CRS’ campaigns and supporting coalitions and ways to demand justice for Dexter Reed. This event will be held virtually via Zoom.
May Observances
May is full of observances! Check out the list here and take action with CRS by engaging with our Facebook and Instagram posts that acknowledge these special designations.