Updates & Opportunities from the Justice Advisory Council

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Justice Advisory Council | September 7, 2022

In this issue: Cook County Job Opportunities, Racial Equity Week & Grants

 

Cook County Hiring Fair for Janitorial and Window Washing Positions

Hiring Fair

Please share the information for this hiring event being held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 from 9am - 12pm & 3pm - 6pm at 69 W Washington Street, 22nd Floor.

For more information call 312-603-3300 or email BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov 

Racial Equity Week

Racial Equity Week

Cook County’s fourth annual Racial Equity Week will be September 12-16, 2022. This year’s theme “Many People, One Goal” reflects the breadth and depth of the County’s diverse residents and the desire for a thriving, safe and just county for all. See the full list of events and register here.

Grant Updates 

JAC 2022 Gun Violence Prevention Grant Header

On August 11th, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Commissioners, JAC staff and over 75 representatives from awarded organizations came together for a press conference and networking event to celebrate the awarding of Cook County's Gun Violence Prevention and Reduction Grants. 

Press Release

Press Conference Recording

Coverage by Block Club Chicago

Grant Award Overview

2022 Gun Violence Prevention Grant Press Conf 2

Services for Victims of Domestic Violence

The JAC is currently preparing for an American Rescue Plan Act funded grant initiative to provide programs and services for victims and survivors of domestic violence. The timeline and eligibility requirements for this grant opportunity will be announced in the coming month. Details will be provided in this newsletter and posted on the JAC Grants Website: CookCountyil.gov/JACGrants.

Greater Chicago Together

GreaterChicagoTogether.org is a central hub for local organizations in Chicagoland and Cook County to learn about and connect to grant opportunities available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).