Friends of the Parks, inspires, equips, and mobilizes a diverse Chicago to ensure an equitable park system for a healthy Chicago.

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We are thrilled to share that @ILAttyGeneral Kwame Raoul is taking a stand for environmental justice and our lakefront by filing an amicus brief in support of our lawsuit against expanding a toxic waste dump on Chicago's SE Side. @ASEChicago @ELPCenter conta.cc/3VVH5bE

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Let’s face it: this is THE daily dose of cuteness you needed. 🦁 Did you know you can visit the lions virtually even if you’re stuck at a desk this Monday afternoon? These clips came from @zoolifetv. Learn more at lpzoo.org/live-cams
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.@ELPCenter proud and effective of our successful litigation and effective advocacy with Midwest clients and partners to protect the #GreatLakes and safe, @cleanwater for all. #LakeErie, @A4GL, @ASEChicago, @FOTPChicago, @HEC, @HealthyLakes, @LucasCountyCmsn, @SaugatuckDunes
#ELPCTurns30 this year! Join us in celebrating 3 decades of impact. This April, we're proud to highlight our work protecting the #GreatLakes. Our 2022 report pinpointed 12 vulnerable areas of #LakeMichigan shoreline due to #ClimateChange. Learn more at elpc.org/risingwaters.
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TNC is seeking a Director of Marketing and Communications to provide a constant point of connection between assigned business units and the greater Marketing and Communications Division. Head to nature.ly/3CrcXLo and search for Job ID #52252 to learn more and apply! 💼
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Good evening! Nominations for this years Volunteers-in-the-Parks (VIP) Awards are open! Please follow the link and nominate someone you think is a VIP! forms.gle/DWCThXAtjf136mTh8
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Join @N4EJchicago for a canvassing training and practice this Thursday, 9/29 from 5:30p - 7:30p as we spread the word about our fall event series!
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I talked to "Southeast: A City Within a City" director, Steven J. Walsh about his upbringing in the community as well as @FOTPChicago about the environmental destruction of the neighborhoods nearby for my latest @Chicago_Reader article. chicagoreader.com/chicago/so…

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🚨 🚨 📢 General Iron appeal April 21, 2pm, 400 W Superior, Room 112
Alert! Proven polluter General Iron is back! A cloud of secrecy has been looming over this appeal. The hearing will take place on April 21. We demand transparency and public participation. No closed door or backroom deals w/ General Iron's lobbyists and lawyers. #denythepermit
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Alert! Proven polluter General Iron is back! A cloud of secrecy has been looming over this appeal. The hearing will take place on April 21. We demand transparency and public participation. No closed door or backroom deals w/ General Iron's lobbyists and lawyers. #denythepermit
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Thank you Ald. Smith and Ald. Waguespack
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A major polluter was dead set on opening a facility in a working-class neighborhood on Chicago’s Southeast Side. It looked like a done deal until community resistance forced the city to prioritize people over profit. @stopgeneraliron @CHIhungerstrike rampantmag.com/2022/03/how-t…
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As a part of our upcoming #EarthMonth Vigil, we'll be featuring art that reflects what keeps us “deeply rooted” in our care for the Earth and each other. 🎨 🌎 We invite you to submit your artistic reflection as part of our celebration! Learn more: bit.ly/3t5Rkg8
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Are you a #Branding or #Communications whiz with #Nonprofit expertise? We need help positioning the #ChicagoWilderness brand and launching our new Green Vision this fall. Link to RFP in bio or at rb.gy/p7sy0y and submit by March 14.
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With spring bird migration in full swing, what bird are you most looking forward to seeing pop into the area? #CoffeeTalkFriday #BirdTwitter #TalkAmongYourselves

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Since it is such a sunny afternoon, may we suggest a walk in the park? We love this thread with many wonderful parks highlighted! Thanks Eric!
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TONIGHT @city_bureau is hosting a panel on the #StopGeneralIron fight Hear from hunger strikers @YayaThaBawse @oso_campeon and Jade Mazon as well as @GWHS_SVC member @trinityxac You won’t wanna miss this! Register at: citybureau.org/events/pn-143
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