Partnerships
Conernell Square Park
The J-Def Peace Project has partnered up with the Chicago Park District. Cornell Square Park provides J-Def Peace Project an office and classroom space.
After School Matters
After School Matters is a valued partner that has provided J-Def with the ability to expand our programs to communities in need.
WORLD CHICAGO
World Chicago visited the J-Def Peace Project @ A.P.O, inviting 12 UK executive directors of NFP youth organizations for a dialogue on common and effective practices.
Teen Workshops 1: UK & J-Def Teens
Teen Workshop 2: Iraqi, Kurdish teens & J-Def youth
The goal was an exercise in communication, problem solving, and social awareness.
4 portable murals were created in one hour. the goal was to display the connection between youth despite place and customs, break barriers in order to play, paint, and find peace.