The Cook County Southland Juvenile Justice Council (SJJC) provides guidance and support to collectively address the violence and juvenile delinquency problem.
Joined September 2017
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May 11
💜 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: sjjcouncil.org/resilience-hu…
Learn about boundaries, respect, and healthy relationships. Refreshments provided.
#CCSJJC #SJJC
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May 10
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:
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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: sjjcouncil.org/sjjc-events-r…
#CCSJJC #SJJC #southcookcounty #chicago
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Apr 27
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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Apr 16
🚨 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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Apr 14
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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Mar 18
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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Mar 17
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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Mar 13
🧠✨ 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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Feb 27
✊🏾✨ 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
Feb 25
🎨✨ 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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Feb 24
🚀 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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Feb 21
🚦 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
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