Readiness for Resistance - Part 1
Hosted by the CWIP Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee
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The social sector in the United States is navigating fundamentally new terrain. At a time when DEI efforts are under attack, public education is being dismantled, free speech is increasingly contested, and democratic norms are under strain, it is critical that we are prepared to defend both our work and the values that guide it.
Chicago Women in Philanthropy is deeply committed to empowering professional women and gender expansive folks to grow personally and professionally and to advocate boldly for themselves and their communities. With our sector and our communities enduring unprecedented attacks, we recognize that there are certain skills and knowledge we need to equip ourselves with to sustain our work and build the world we want to live in.
Join CWIP’s Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee for a three-part summer series, Readiness for Resistance. Together, we will delve into a few of the different levels on which we must prepare to protect ourselves.
Registration
CWIP Members: $30
This is a CWIP member-only event.
Morgan Benson, CWIP Board Member
Senior Director of Foundation Relations, University of Illinois at Chicago
Morgan Benson is a community organizer, activist, and nonprofit leader committed to building more equitable, connected communities. She is passionate about creating opportunities for people to learn, connect, and take collective action on the issues that matter most. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of Chicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP), where she co-chairs the Communications Committee and serves on the Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee.
Cate Readling
Board Chair, The People's Lobby
Direct Service Advocate, The People's Action
Cate Readling is a community leader, organizer, and coalition builder with extensive experience advancing civic engagement, grassroots advocacy, and community-driven change. Through her work with People's Action and local organizations, she has built partnerships, mobilized residents, and championed initiatives that promote equity, inclusion, and stronger communities. Cate is passionate about connecting people to shared purpose and empowering community members to create lasting impact.
Part One: Understanding Power, Building Resistance — Register Today!
Thursday, July 16
4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Chicago Freedom School
How can philanthropy and the social sector respond when our democratic norms are under threat? History shows that authoritarian movements often follow a familiar playbook—and there is a rich history of communities resisting, both here in the U.S. and abroad. This timely training will explore how power works, what successful movements have done to counter authoritarianism, and the practical strategies nonprofit, philanthropic, and civic leaders can use to strengthen democracy. Join fellow CWIP members to learn about collective action, mass noncooperation, and the role our relationships, networks, and institutions can play in protecting democratic values and building a more resilient civil society.
Digital Resistance
Date and time coming soon!
Virtual via Zoom
Walk away with concrete ways in which individuals and organizations can protect themselves from surveillance and legal attacks.
Courageous Leadership
Date, time, and location coming soon!
Stay tuned for more details and register for Part 1 today!
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