Community Partner Announcements

Mexico vs. USA 2/6 Viewing Party @ Mi Tierra

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Scholarships for Latino Students

The SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers) Chicago Chapter and ComEd are offering scholarships of $2,000 each. Undergraduate and graduate Hispanic students from all majors and whose primary residence is in Illinois qualify.   The application and eligibility criteria can be downloaded from http://www.shpechicago.org.  The deadline to apply is February 15, 2008.

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 The CHCI (Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute) Scholarship Program is available to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a two-four year accredited college or university. Students pursing an associateʼs degree may apply for a grant in the amount of $1,000; $2,500 for bachelors candidates; $5,000 for graduate students. The Scholarship Program application deadline is April 16, 2008. To apply, visit http://www.chci.org.

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7^th Annual Freedom to Marry Reception
A Special Evening of Love, Equality & Action

National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 West 19th Street, Chicago, IL
Thursday, February 7, 2008, 6:00-9:00PM

Join Lambda Legal and co-sponsors as we honor the commitment of local same-sex couples and shower appreciation on supportive family and friends. Our celebration will include music, cake cutting, bouquet toss, hors d'oeures and an open bar. Free guided tours of the featured exhibit, 6:00 PM- 7:00 PM. Mistress of Ceremonies: C.C. Carter, Center On Halsted
 
This is a Free Event! RSVP preferred. Please contact Lambda Legal Midwest Regional Community Educator Catina Lowery at clowery@lambdalegal.org or 312.663.4413 ext. 27.

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Community Partner Job Announcements


Fellowships with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus

CHCIʼs Public Policy Fellowship Program, conducted from September to May,
provides college graduates with national, hands-on public policy experience in a
congressional office, federal agency, nonprofit sector, or corporate setting. Travel,
healthcare and $2,200 monthly stipend provided.

The Graduate & Young Professional Fellowship Program offers exceptional Latino graduates and young professionals unparalleledexposure to experience in the underserved public policy areas of Health, Housing, Law,and International Affairs.  This competitive program is comprised of a nine-month fellowshipincluding a substantive work placement at a legislative subcommittee office, federalagency, national non-profit advocacy organization, or corporate office. The InternationalAffairs Fellowship includes three months abroad in Mexico or Spain from May to July.Travel, health insurance and $2,700 monthly stipend provided. 

The application deadline for both of these programs is March 1, 2008. For more information or to apply, visit www.chci.org.

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Youth Care Workers - Boys Town

Start a rewarding career today that will impact a child tomorrow. Learn how to teach and counsel high-risk youth on appropriate skills and behaviors. Teach our youth social, academic, and independent living skills that will better equip them to be successful in life.

MUST BE BI-LINGUAL-SPANISH/ENGLISH. Requirements include being at least 21 years of age, having a valid driver's license with a good driving record, and having a high school diploma. Various schedules available, including nights and weekends. Boys Town offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical and dental, and training. Salary starting at $13.00/hr. 

To apply, Go to our website www.boystown.org, go to careers, than site location, than Chicago and apply online.  Any questions contact Josette Heredia-Carmona at 773-247-7725 x105.

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Democracy Project Fellows

The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights is hiring hardworking and passionate youth who are interested in careers in social justice. From July 1st to December 1st, ICIRR will hire 20 Democracy Project Fellows who will receive training in community and election organizing. Fellows will work in a diverse set of areas throughout Chicago, Aurora,  Lake County, Cook County, Dupage County, Will County, and Kane County.  If you have any questions, please contact Juan Jose Gonzalez at 312.332.7360 x 236 or jgonzalez@icirr.org, or visit http://www.icirr.org/nadp.htm

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Recruiters - Media Communication Department, Kennedy-King College

In an effort to build awarness of the brand new Media Communication Program at Kennedy-King's new facility on 63rd and Halsted,  as well as to diversify the student population, the Media Communication Program is hiring  recruiters  to go out to high schools, community centers, churches, etc. to promote the department.

In addition to being enthusiastic, vibrant young adults, it is required that recruiters are bilinguial and have a college degree.

To apply, e-mail a resume to Kiana L. Battle, director of the Media Communication Program, at kbattle7@ccc.edu.

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Senior Residential Advisor - Management and Training Corporation

Reports to the manager, residential living.  Performs a variety of functions related to residential living including dormitory management, accountability, safety and security, administration and training in compliance with government and management directives. Minimum salary $13.03/hr.

Requirements: Associates degree and one year experience working with youth.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Must possess, or acquire within 60 days of employment, a valid CDL with an acceptable driving record.

All applications must be submitted online at www.mtctrains.com by Feb. 6th.

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Su Realidad Exhibition and Benefit

Su Realidad Exhibit runs January 19 to February 29

Expresiones-Artísticas Gallery
8714 S. Commercial
Chicago, IL 60617

expresiones-artísticas gallery is an evolution of a five year history connecting the world to undiscovered Mexican art and culture by promoting local and international artists through exhibition and community art engagement.

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Illinois Hispanic Nurses Association Networking Gathering

Calling all Hispanic Nurses, Nursing Students! LPNs,  CNAs, CMAs, and MAs are all welcome to our network gathering.

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Gilda's Club Chicago
537 N. Wells
(Between Ohio and Grand Ave.)
(312) 464-9900