Leading trauma-informed book groups for 23 years. We activate healing spaces for readers and writers across Chicagoland.

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Sadly, Literature for All of Us is taking an extended pause due to the impact of Covid-19 on our fundraising and programming. Please see the statement from the Board, and stay tuned for updates. Thank you deeply to all staff and supporters. literatureforallofus.org

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happy friday to everyone who thought yesterday was friday 😭😅
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In honor of #nationalpoetrymonth, we're bringing back our #poetryhappyhour! Starting TODAY, our Book Group Leaders will be reading their favorite poems - and originals - over on #igtv. Grab a beverage and tune in at 4pm CST each day: instagram.com/litforall/chan…
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Today we talked about 'alternate names for black boys' by @Danez_Smif, and - how poetry can honor the ones we've lost - our systems of inequality and police brutality - finding joy in claiming ourselves honestly & openly Watch: instagram.com/p/COOJ_PIHsJa/ #NationalPoetryMonth
We're honored to be part of this tribute to the one and only #SandraCisneros! Sandra will receive the Fuller Award for her lifetime contribution to literature, presented by @ChicagoLitHoF, in partnership w/ @chipublib @ExploreNMMA @AWMuseum & more. RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/fuller-awar…

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The Fuller Award Ceremony, honoring Sandra Cisneros, is in less than three weeks! Are you following our co-presenters? @chipublib @AWMuseum @ExploreNMMA Don't forget to RSVP for the event, which will be held virtually on March 13 at 7pm: tinyurl.com/Fuller21

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Yesterday was an incredible show of solidarity for our work & the participants across Chicago who benefit from it. To all who donated for #GivingTuesday, THANK YOU! Can you take a moment to help us reach the $10,000 mark? We're so close! literatureforallofus.org/don…
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#GivingTuesday is here! Now more than ever, @LitForAll programs & participants need your support. And thanks to a generous supporter, every donation will be matched 2:1 today, up to $2500! literatureforallofus.org/don…

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All right! We're at an incredible $4,513 in #GivingTuesday donations today going towards books, tech, art supplies, and more. THANK YOU!! Can you or a friend help get us to $5,000? Remember, all donations before midnight will be DOUBLED. literatureforallofus.org/don…

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What makes December 1 different from any other day? You. Join us this Tuesday, for the world's largest generosity movement. #GivingTuesday
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On our minds today and every day. #LiteratureforJustice
We're honored to share the 2020-2021 Literature for Justice Reading List lithub.com/literature-for-ju…
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#ICYMI #chicagojobs #chicago Applications are due September 15: literatureforallofus.org/car…

#NowHiring We're looking for a full-time Program Director! ☑️ deep love for literature ☑️ an understanding of trauma-informed practices ☑️ the passion to build upon our 23-year foundation Know someone who might be a good fit? Read more: literatureforallofus.org/car…
Check it out! Yesterday Faith, one of our Book Group Leaders, had the chance to interview renowned author @nikkigrimes9 for @chipublib. Stay for the amazing story about her first mentor, #JamesBaldwin! Watch it here: bit.ly/SpeakOnItGrimes

Nikki Grimes has published over 40 books of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. We're gonna #SpeakOnIt this Wednesday with her at 4pm! Tune in at bit.ly/SpeakOnItGrimes @nikkigrimes9 @chipublib #AuthorChat #TeenLit #Chicago
#NowHiring We're looking for a full-time Program Director! ☑️ deep love for literature ☑️ an understanding of trauma-informed practices ☑️ the passion to build upon our 23-year foundation Know someone who might be a good fit? Read more: literatureforallofus.org/car…
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Thanks so much to all who contributed to @ChicagoSF2020! With the semester about to start, those funds are going straight to work. We're really grateful for the support. @ChicagoNorthRWA
Thanks to everyone who donated or bid on items or bought raffle tickets for the @ChicagoSF2020 silent auction. Because of you we raised over $2800 for @LitforAll @ChicagoNorthRWA #CNSF20 #farflungspringfling
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Video: For #pridemonth, we're talking about #AudreLorde's poetry collection "Our Dead Behind Us" and how it addresses the quiet and loud forms of racism & discrimination. ▶️ Tune in on #IGTV~ instagram.com/tv/CB0k8tDAGNp… #blackwriters #queerwriters #poetrycollection

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In love and solidarity with our friends, families, neighbors, and selves. Throughout the week, we'll be sharing words and resources. #blacklivesmatter #blackeverythingmatters #chicago #chicagoprotest #youth
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