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CHICAGO JOURNALISTS! Exactly ONE WEEK away! "STRONG MINDS, STRONG STORIES" Behind every strong story is a journalist who deserves support. FRI | OCT. 2 | 5:30–8:30PM | @myimpacthouse RSVP: lnkd.in/g3Gw4P-q Presented by The Field Foundation & Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
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An evening for Chicago's journalism community to connect & learn about new mental health resources available to Chicago journalists & newsrooms: free wellness programs, local therapists trained in the demands of the journalism profession & a groundbreaking new mental health fund.
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This free event for Chicago journalists includes complimentary food & drinks, fitness & therapy professionals offering de-stressing tools, exercises & chair massages. Space is limited. RSVP today: lnkd.in/g3Gw4P-q #journalism #storytelling #communitypowerbuilding #chicago
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Whose story is being told, and who is hearing it? Healing Illinois aims to uplift stories that have been untold, excluded, or misunderstood. These stories can provide us with the context for what healing is and how we can accomplish it.
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CHICAGO JOURNALISTS! TWO WEEKS AWAY! “STRONG MINDS, STRONG STORIES" Behind every strong story is a journalist who deserves support FRI | OCT. 2 | 5:30–8:30PM | @myimpacthouse Have U RSVP’d? lnkd.in/g3Gw4P-q Presented by The Field Foundation & Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
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An evening for Chicago's journalism community to connect & learn about new mental health resources available to Chicago journalists & newsrooms: free wellness programs, local therapists trained in the demands of the journalism profession & a groundbreaking new mental health fund.
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This free event for Chicago journalists includes complimentary food & drinks, fitness & therapy professionals offering de-stressing exercises & light chair massages. Space is limited. RSVP today: lnkd.in/g3Gw4P-q #journalism #storytelling #communitypowerbuilding #chicago
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What a turnout! This year’s annual Chicago Journalism Unity Picnic was the highest-attended to date — bringing together some 150 journalists from diverse organizations to celebrate the collaboration & community that is the hallmark of Chicago's vibrant journalism ecosystem.
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.@FieldFoundation was proud to sponsor the event co-hosted and organized by @aaja chicago; @NABJCC; @nahj_chi; @NLGJAchi; the Chicago chapters of @sajahq & @TransJA; along w/@CJA_Updates & @headlineclub. #journalism #storytelling #communitypowerbuilding #philanthropy #chicago
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At a time when strong local journalism & trusted community connections matter more than ever it's inspiring to see so many journalists come together to build relationships & celebrate the people who help tell Chicago’s stories. Thnx to everyone who helped make this a great event!
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CHICAGO JOURNALISTS! Have you registered? Now just 3 weeks away! On Oct 2, @traumajourno & @IWMF will introduce new mental health supports for journalists. Co-hosted @myimpacthouse by the Field Foundation & The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation. RSVP here: lnkd.in/g3Gw4P-q
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🎙️The Chicago Media Career Fair is back! 📅 Friday, Oct. 9 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 📍Impact House, 200 W. Madison St., Chicago This free event will help media professionals and job seekers at every career stage. RSVP👉 eventbrite.com/e/chicago-med… #ChicagoMedia #JournalismJobs #MediaCareers
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You’re invited to Borderless Magazine's BorderlessLive! Join Borderless as it brings its journalism off the page & into the room for a symposium exploring immigration, identity & belonging in Chicago. 📍 @chicagomuseum 📅 THURS, OCT. 8, 2026 🎟️ Tickets: lnkd.in/eGCr9Yu9
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We're looking forward to joining #Chicago journalists for the Unity Picnic this THURS, SEPT 10, @ Promontory Point, an annual celebration of the #journalism #community's diversity & how local journalists work together to strengthen coverage of this beautiful city. #philanthropy
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Healing Illinois is back! If you're applying or interested in learning more, attend our info session to learn what makes a strong proposal, see examples of fundable activities, and understand common application mistakes to avoid.
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Last cycle, previous subgrantee ILA Creative hosted Hear We Art™ Spring programming across Chicago Public Schools, creating spaces for youth to explore emotional expression, creativity, and connection through art and music.
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A reminder that today is your FINAL chance to sign up to join us at the Chicago Journalism Unity Picnic, Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5:30-8:00 p.m., as we celebrate the diversity of our community and cap off the summer season! Come on out for free food, fellowship, and fun!
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Chicago Journalists! Join @traumajourno & @IWMF on OCT 2 for the launch of a new journalists' well-being initiative expanding mental health resources & support for newsrooms. Join us @myimpacthouse for evening of conversation, community building & wellness. RSVP link coming soon.
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While this event is FREE, please RSVP via Eventbrite by Friday, August 28, so we can get an accurate headcount for food, drinks, etc. eventbrite.com/e/chicago-jou…
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