On Monday, November 14th, 2016, CCR team members participated in a press conference held at Lurie Children's to address the growing concerns among youth feeling marginalized and despondent post-election. In addition to disseminating resources for youth in crisis, Mayor Rahm Emanuel assured the crowd that Chicago would always remain a "sanctuary city." Watch here
Chicago Reporter: 'Decimated' Services for Traumatized Chicago Students To Get Federal Funding
A new $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education will support more mental health services at 10 high schools on the South and West sides of the city, where students are at high risk of exposure to violence. CCR Executive Director, Dr. Colleen Cicchetti, recently contributed to an article in the Chicago Reporter addressing the importance of mental health services in schools and communities.
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Different Drummers: United Methodist Church Urban Summit
CCR Exexcutive Director, Dr. Colleen Cicchetti, recently participated in a panel for the United Methodist Church Urban Summit to discuss our partnership with the faith-based community in Chicago, and how we're working together to help make the city trauma-informed.
Chicago Reporter: Dr. Colleen Cicchetti Speaks About Trauma and Violence
In recent months, Chicago has received national attention for alleged police misconduct, particularly in lower income communities. While there is little research on how police violence in particular, affects children, the effects of trauma in general are well-documented. CCR Executive Director, Dr. Colleen Cicchetti, recently contributed to an article in the Chicago Reporter addressing the impact of violent police interactions on children. Full story