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GoodKids MadCity

Coverage of GoodKids MadCity in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 29 · 13:27 UTCMost recent: Jun 22 · 11:00 UTC
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Chicago City Councilorganization1Brian Hopkinsperson1restorative justicetopic1curfew proposaltopic1gun violencetopic1youth-led peacekeepingtopic1Hyde Park Academyplace1Rosette Edinburgperson1Southside Togetherorganization1peace roomtopic1Sylvia Barraganperson1Violet Harrisperson1Lania Smithperson1Eric Billupsperson1
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  • POLITICSJun 22 · 11:00 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
    City leaders: Tuning out, closing doors on youth won't solve problems

    Chicago City Council faces criticism for proposing measures to restrict youth in public spaces, while youth organizers highlight successful restorative justice programs reducing violence. Ald. Brian Hopkins' new curfew proposal aims to empower police to target youth gatherings, contrasting with community-led efforts like GoodKids MadCity's peaceful summer events.

  • POLITICSMay 29 · 13:27 UTCBLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
    Hyde Park Academy Students Slam School For Ending ‘Peace Room’ Partnership Amid Tragedies

    Hyde Park Academy students criticized the school for ending partnerships with community groups Southside Together and GoodKids MadCity, which operated a 'peace room' offering restorative justice and mental health support. The decision followed the deaths of three students to gun violence and accidents, with students claiming the school ignored their needs. Principal Rosette Edinburg abruptly terminated the partnerships without providing reasons, citing they no longer aligned with the school's needs.