Founded in 2007, CJR is a Chicago-based civil rights organization dedicate to the education, empowerment, freedom, and liberation of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. From the picket line to the church, CJR continues to fight for political, educational, social, and economic justice for our people.

Stand Out Through leadership and community-building activities, this program empowers students (ages 15–20) involved in high school and college-level Gay Straight Alliances to create positive change in the larger community. Youth Service Corps Affectionately known as VolunQUEERS, this program provides an opportunity for young people to volunteer in their communities. Read more [...]