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Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.

Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.

 Making a difference in Woodlawn and the surrounding communities such as Washington Park, Hyde Park, Englewood, South Shore, and Chatham tuggs at the heart of our mission. By creating platforms that unite these neighborhoods, we aim to showcase and support local small business owners, fostering economic growth and collaboration. These efforts not only enhance our community but also build stronger connections between Woodlawn and surrounding communities, promoting shared prosperity and a unified vision for the future. 

Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.

Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.Together we can unite, including the surrounding communities.

 Making a difference in Woodlawn and the surrounding communities such as Washington Park, Hyde Park, Englewood, South Shore, and Chatham tuggs at the heart of our mission. By creating platforms that unite these neighborhoods, we aim to showcase and support local small business owners, fostering economic growth and collaboration. These efforts not only enhance our community but also build stronger connections between Woodlawn and surrounding communities, promoting shared prosperity and a unified vision for the future. 

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2025 Black Wall Street Chicago Festival

A Dedication to Our Youth.”

Hosted in the heart of the Woodlawn community on the newly announced 63rd Street Commercial Corridor, this year’s festival honors the vibrant energy of the next generation, while uplifting the rich heritage of Black entrepreneurship and excellence.

2025 Black Wall Street Chicago Festival

    Moments from Our 2024 community initiative (Blk wall st gala)

      a journey to the Woodlawn Community 2023

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      About Us

      Our Mission

      To see Woodlawn—and communities like it—united in purpose, where residents, businesses, and organizations work together across differences to build thriving, equitable, and connected neighborhoods. 

      Our Vision

      To unify neighborhoods that actively participate in building thriving communities. 

      Non-Discrimination Statement

      Woodlawn Diversity In Action 501(c)(3) Organization shall operate in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against people on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy) age, sexual orientation (including gender identity and expression), marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. 


      Woodlawn Diversity in Action prohibits retaliation against any person because they opposed or complained about discrimination in good faith, assisted in good faith in the investigation of a discrimination complaint, or participated in a discrimination charge or other proceeding under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination law. 

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        The Jessie "Ma" Houston Park Event

          Delicious Food Trucks Sponsoring, VACC To The Class Event.

          Woodlawn Diversity In Action is bringing the community "VACC to the Class"!!

          Woodlawn Diversity In Action is bringing the community "VACC to the Class"!! Our 2021 initiative is "Safety First". 

          Vaccination shots are needed for our kids 12 years and up.  August 14, 11-2pm 

          @ 5255 S State St, Chicago, IL 60609

          We are partnering with Beasley Academic Center, Friends Health, Prince Realty Group, Creating Life Goals, and our community to ensure our teachers, families, and kids are

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          WDA & the Jessie “Ma” Houston Park Advisory Council

          Join us for park clean up day May 22 2021 and the dedication celebration on Jun 19, 2021 Juneteenth

          Woodlawn Diversity in Action has partnered with the Jessie “Ma” Houston Park Advisory Council with the mission to build a stronger community and conserving the park.  We want to capture a bit of local history by featuring images of living African American activists and people who have ties and live in the Kenwood Neighborhood; Timuel Black, age 102. Rev. Helen Sinclair, age 100, Rosie Simpson age 90, and the people who still gather in the park today.  The mural will be located on the ComEd building in the Jessie ‘Ma’ Houston Park located at 50th in Drexel by Reavis Elementary School.  Mark your calendars and please join us for park clean up day on May 22, 2021 and the dedication celebration on June 19, 2021 (Juneteenth)!

          Woodlawn Banner's 2020

          Woodlawn Diversity in Action Giving Back to the Community

           

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          Events

          5/22/2021

          Woodlawn Diversity in Action has partnered with the Jessie “Ma” Houston Park Advisory Council

          Reavis Elementary School

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          5/22/2021

          Woodlawn Diversity in Action has partnered with the Jessie “Ma” Houston Park Advisory Council

          With the mission to build a stronger community and conserving the park.  We want to capture a bit of local history by featuring images of li...

          Event Details

          Reavis Elementary School

          6/27/2020

          Peace Walk 4 Real Justice.

          10am

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          2pm

          Hyde Park Academy, 6220 S. Stoney Island Ave. (School Parking Lot off Harper)

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          6/27/2020

          Peace Walk 4 Real Justice.

          March with us as we bring awareness to Injustice in Jobs and Construction Contracts, Fair Grant and Resource Allocation to our Communities, ...

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          10am

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          2pm

          Hyde Park Academy, 6220 S. Stoney Island Ave. (School Parking Lot off Harper)

          6/27/2020

          Festival Day!!

          1pm

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          5pm

          Hyde Park Academy , 6220 S. Stoney Island Ave (School Parking Lot off Harper) .

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          6/27/2020

          Festival Day!!

          We continue the mission to feed our senior community and you can meet all of our trucks at the end of the Peace March.

          1pm

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          5pm

          Hyde Park Academy , 6220 S. Stoney Island Ave (School Parking Lot off Harper) .

          6/20/2020

          JUNETEENTH WEEKEND, A Festival Of Joy.

          1pm

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          7pm

          Greenline Cafe, 501 E. 61st, Chicago, IL 60637

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          6/20/2020

          JUNETEENTH WEEKEND, A Festival Of Joy.

          This week we are supporting Mary Jane Richardson-Jones Senior Apartments.

          Come out to support our Featured Food Trucks, I-94 Ribs & Ms. Tittl...

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          1pm

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          7pm

          Greenline Cafe, 501 E. 61st, Chicago, IL 60637

          6/13/2020

          Festival of Joy, This Time We're Bringing The Festival To You

          1pm

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          6pm

          Greenline Cafe, 501 E. 61st, Chicago, IL 60637

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          6/13/2020

          Festival of Joy, This Time We're Bringing The Festival To You

           This Saturday from 1-6 we are promoting Ms. Tittles and Rubina Food Trucks Services. Come out and enjoy some tasty deserts, and Jamaican je...

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          6pm

          Greenline Cafe, 501 E. 61st, Chicago, IL 60637

          Woodlawn Diversity in Action & Exquisite Catering & Events Giving Back To The Community.

            Woodlawn 5K Dash, Food Truck Festival, and Youth Talent Show

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