For anyone in the healthcare field or preparing as a student to work with diverse populations, including gender non-conforming youth, check out this article for research information, helpful websites, links to organizations, and even legal and healthcare resources.

We continue to call for greater transparency and insist on honoring the sanctity of life. We uplift the following op-ed by our partner and counsel of ACLU, Attorney Alexandra Block.

Join CRS in the immediate call to action to demand a YES vote on the recognition of Palestine as a member state of the United Nations. The cause of Palestinian sovereignty and security is a matter of justice and rights, and every one of our voices must be uplifted and heard.

The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) published its first Quarterly Report of 2024. The report documents sustained investigations into serious misconduct–including lying to OIG, a mishandled sexual assault investigation, threats by a City employee, and false police reports. Read the full report here.

As CRS calls on transparent conversations about the Chicago Police Department’s use of excessive force in relationship to Black, Brown, and Indigenous people of our Beloved city, we share a list of traffic stop resources in partnership with the ACLU of Illinois.

CRS remains in solidarity with Palestinians experiencing genocide, ethnic cleansing, and colonialism committed by the Israeli occupation. We urge you to get involved in a new call to action advocating against apartheid and violence in Gaza and demanding a boycott of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. Learn more here.

Many grants are created specifically for LGBTQ+ people with mental health and substance use disorders. In this article, find information on LGBTQ+ addiction and mental health treatment grants for you or a loved one.

In the rapidly changing world, it is essential to create inclusive learning environments that cater to the needs of all learners. One approach that has gained significant recognition is Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Check out this article to understand UDL and its core principles.

Haiti has descended into a critical state of violence and chaos. More than one million children are living in areas under the influence of armed groups.

This article includes an extensive roster of more than 450 Black-owned businesses spanning various sectors that you can support.

In this article, vpnMentor has compiled all of the most important safety information you need to know as you show your solidarity for BLM on the internet.

Weather-related disasters are becoming more frequent with the advent of extreme weather cycles. This blog article written by Nina Sumner explores how these events impact people from minority ethnic backgrounds to a disproportionate level.

Read this blog article to access resources for Palestine toward liberation and healing.

As an LGBTQ parent raising a child with special needs, you may face unique challenges. Learn about medical, financial and emotional support resources for LGBTQ parents of children with disabilities.

The Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago, which CRS is a member of, condemns the vandalism at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral and other Ukrainian institutions.

Whether you identify as transgender, non-binary or simply want to refine your communication style, this guide is here to support you.

This is a collection of online resources for the LGBTQIA+ community from the Pride Against Prejudice Project.

Here is information on addiction and LGBTQ drug rehab programs in the northern Illinois region.

When LGBTQIA+ students feel safe and supported, they are better able to focus on their academic goals and achieve academic success. This article dives into how schools and universities can approach introducing inclusive learning environments for all students.

This article includes information on the rise of anti-Asian hate crimes, mental illness and substance abuse in the AAPI community, AAPI substance abuse and mental health resources, youth specific resources, LGBTQIA+ resources, mental health and advocacy and online mental health spaces.