On the Table 2021

The Kennedy Forum Illinois is partnering with The Chicago Community Trust to encourage community members to engage in small conversations that build relationships and encourage action around mental health and racial equity to benefit the public good. On the Table brings people together around a common purpose to listen to each other and learn from others’ experiences. These … Continued

A Seat at the Table: May is Mental Health Month

May is Mental Health month, and The Kennedy Forum is encouraging people to talk about mental health and substance use because the brain is part of the body and mental health is just as important as physical health. The Kennedy Forum uses this platform to engage thousands of people in conversations about mental health and … Continued

Free Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Awareness Trainings

Over the last three years, community stakeholders from Chicago’s west and south side participated in evidence-based free mental health training sessions with a goal of reducing the stigma of mental health and addiction, increasing awareness and knowledge, and providing information about resources available in the community. Since the beginning of 2017, over 2,200 stakeholders have … Continued

On The Table 2019: May 14

On The Table 2019 is platform developed by The Chicago Community Trust to engage residents in small conversations that build relationships and encourage action to benefit the public good. The Kennedy Forum uses this platform to engage thousands of people in conversations (ideally in small groups of about 8-12 people) about mental health and addiction in their … Continued

Free Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Awareness Trainings

Over the last three years, community stakeholders from Chicago’s west and south side participated in evidence-based free mental health training sessions with a goal of reducing the stigma of mental health and addiction, increasing awareness and knowledge, and providing information about resources available in the community. Since the beginning of 2017, over 2,200 stakeholders have … Continued

Recommendations for Building IL’s MHSU Treatment System

Mental health and substance use treatment works. It just needs to be accessible at the right time and in the right place. With stable housing, employment opportunities, support in the community and proper treatment, people live full lives, like others living with other medical conditions. The Kennedy Forum Illinois, together with Thresholds and NAMI Chicago, … Continued

INTERFAITH LUNCH DIALOGUE : Mental Health and Trauma: Providing Hope, Help and Healing

Because religion and spirituality often play a vital role in healing, people experiencing mental health concerns often turn first to a faith leader. As such, clergy are often gatekeepers or “first responders” when individuals and families face trauma, mental health or substance use problems. In this important role they can help dispel misunderstandings, reduce stigma … Continued

On The Table 2017

Snapshot On The Table 2017 is an initiative of the The Chicago Community Trust. In partnership with the Trust, The Kennedy Forum is working to engage thousands of people in conversations about mental health and addiction. The conversation topics range from family and friends discussing how mental health has impacted their life, business people discussing … Continued

Free Mental Health Awareness and First Aid Trainings for West Side Stakeholders

Free Mental Health Awareness and First Aid Trainings for Leaders in Austin, North Lawndale, East/West Garfield Park. Attached are information resources for community members that you can use to educate and disseminate information about available trainings, how to access mental health resources on the west side, and how to request a specially trained police officer … Continued