Cook County SJJC

The Cook County Southland Juvenile Justice Council (SJJC) provides guidance and support to collectively address the violence and juvenile delinquency problem.

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#HigherEducationDay #SJJC #FutureReady #EducationMatters #YouthEmpowerment #CollegeAndCareerReady #PathwaysToSuccess #InvestInYouth #DreamBigWorkHard #YouthSuccess #CareerReady #TradeSchoolMatters #CollegeBound #CommunitySupport #ResilienceHub

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💜 Youth ages 12–18: Join the Stronger Than Silence Teen Domestic Violence Summit

June 27, 2026, from 11 AM–2 PM at Calumet City Library.
Register at: https://t.co/JOOU4NKB9R

Learn about boundaries, respect, and healthy relationships. Refreshments provided.

#CCSJJC #SJJC

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Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

Today, we celebrate mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures whose love, strength, and support help shape our youth and communities every day.

#CCSJJC #SJJC #southcookcounty #chicago #MothersDay

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Join Access Living’s Survivors of Gun Violence Program & SEIU for a forum/resource fair supporting individuals disabled by gun violence.

📅 Sat., June 6
🕚 11 AM–1 PM
📍 2229 S. Halsted St, Chicago

RSVP/request accommodations:
https://t.co/K1U7pggWQe

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We Listen & We Don’t Judge!

Join CCSJJC on May 7, 2026 at Park Forest Library for a safe, supportive space to be heard and connected.

4:30–5:30 PM Public
5:45–6:45 PM Private
Register at: https://t.co/IrCB6q258S

#CCSJJC #SJJC #southcookcounty #chicago

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Join our Self Exploration Workshop!!

Youth ages 7-17
May 1, 7–9 PM
Louis Sherman Community Center
3501 Hopkins St, Steger, IL 60475

Discover your value, build confidence, and be YOU!

#YouthWorkshop #YouMatters

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🚨 Myth vs Fact: Discipline

Myth: Punishment is the best way to change behavior.
Fact: Restorative approaches build accountability and growth.

Restorative programs can improve outcomes and reduce conflict. Learn more about restorative justice. #SJJC #CCSJJC

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🚨 Myth vs Fact

Myth: Juvenile crime is only a law enforcement issue.

Fact: It takes schools, families, courts, providers, and community collaboration.

SJJC is proud to partner across systems to support youth and families.

Be part of the solution—community matters. #SJJC

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Support youth creativity at WGGT Market Day with ECHO PACE Program! Shop handmade bracelets & unique artwork created by young entrepreneurs.
📅 May 4, 2026
🕚 11:15AM–1:15PM
📍 South Holland, IL

#SJJC #CCSJJC #CookCountySouthlandJuvenileJusticeCouncil #YouthEmpowerment #WGGT

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🚨 Myth vs Fact: Youth Change
Myth: Youth in the justice system are beyond help
Fact: With the right support, most can redirect their path

Intervention works.
Help change a life—support youth programs.

#SJJC #YouthJustice #SecondChances

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From all of us at SJJC, Happy Easter! 🌷
Today we celebrate joy, renewal, and the strength of community. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, hope, and happiness this Easter season.

#HappyEaster #SJJC #CommunitySupport #HopeInAction

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Join SJJC for Empowered Choices 💜 A situational awareness workshop for girls ages 10+ and women focused on staying alert, trusting your instincts, and enhancing your safety.
📅 Friday, April 3
⏰ 11 AM–1:30 PM
📍 Wheeler Chapel CME Church, Robbins, IL

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Join SJJC for Keeping It Real, Appropriate: Understanding Code Switching 🗣️✨

A workshop for youth ages 10+ and adults on building confidence, communication, and navigating school, home, and work while staying authentic.

March 27
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Wheeler Chapel CME Church

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🧠✨ Managing My Emotions Workshop Recap ✨🧠

Youth explored emotional awareness, healthy coping skills, and positive ways to express their feelings in a safe, supportive space. 💛

#SJJC #SJJCImpact #YouthWellness #MentalHealthMatters #SafeSpaces

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💙 Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! 💙

Today we celebrate the incredible SJJC team whose dedication, compassion, and commitment empower youth and strengthen our communities every day.

Thank you for the impact you make! 💛

#SJJC #EmployeeAppreciationDay #TeamSJJC

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💇🏾‍♀️✨ Hair Care & Braiding Workshop Recap ✨💇🏾‍♀️

Confidence. Skills. Sisterhood. 💛

Our girls showed up ready to learn, lead, and grow — gaining hands-on techniques while building real confidence and connection.

#WhenGirlsGetTogether

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✊🏾✨ Black History Month | Honoring Legacy. Inspiring Leadership. ✨✊🏾

This Black History Month, SJJC celebrates the resilience and leadership of Black change makers while empowering youth to lead with confidence and purpose.

#SJJC #YouthEmpowerment

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🎨✨ Crafts & Conversations

📅 March 2, 2026
⏰ 11AM–3PM
📍 Wheeler Chapel CME Church

FREE workshop (ages 10+) Decorate canvas, caps & tees while exploring the theme: Society’s Expectations vs. Your Own.

Create. Reflect. Be heard.

#SJJC #YouthEmpowerment #CreativeExpression

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🚀 This Week in Black Excellence

Before computers were machines, they were people.

Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson calculated the flight paths that sent astronauts into orbit—and back home safely—while working in segregated conditions.

#BlackExcellence

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🚦 This Week in Black Excellence

In 1923, Garrett Morgan patented an improved traffic signal that introduced a third “caution” light—making intersections safer and shaping the modern traffic light system we use today.

Innovation that still moves us forward.

#BlackExcellence