Soul Survivors of Chicago is a 501c (3) Non Profit
We are as strong as the community that holds us up!
We can do more together than we can do alone.
Let’s come together, combining our abilities and passions to affect real change surrounding mental health and the impact of trauma, violence, and suicide to ones overall well-being.
We Honor the LIFE and LEGACY
of
JAMAL LEO CLAY
9/30/00-5/27/2020
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Watch the World Premier:
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"While the Children Fade"-
This short-form documentary tells the stories of three Black women who have tragically lost their children to suicide. Through their personal narratives, the film sheds light on the concerning statistic that highlights disparities in mental health outcomes among different racial groups, revealing the complexities and challenges faced by families dealing with such profound loss.
Check in with us via this webpage or our social media channels to stay updated on upcoming in-person screenings.
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Makes Me Wanna Holler: Healing From Loss, Learning From Tragedy & Finding Recovery
Executive Producer Rafiah Maxie, Soul Survivors of Chicago, NFP; in collaboration with Urban Matrix Magazine
Featuring Testimonies From:
Deveeka Berry
Alease Davies
Shana Matthews
Rafiah Maxie
Valorie Wright
Special Guests
- Janelle R. Goodwill, Ph.D., Neubauer Family Assistant Professor, The University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice
- Dr. Ngonzi "Truth" Crushshon, Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD and Darwin National Assurance Company / Mental Health Counselor
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Join us to discuss the healing of trauma loss experienced by four Women of Color in Chicago.
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Support Group
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the MONTH!!!!!
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6-7pm CST
Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 6pm to 7pm CST
As we come togethers to support, share and bond as a community of survivors of Loss to Suicide, Trauma or Tragedy
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