Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference Recap
On September 20, 2025, the Champaign County Community Coalition’s Race Relations Subcommittee proudly hosted the 3rd Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference at Parkland College from 8am – 4pm. This meaningful event shed light on the unique mental health challenges within the Black community, offering critical support, education, and resources for both individuals and […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On March 12, 2025, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reviewed their Employment Services and Job Training programs, which offer valuable assistance with job searches, resume preparation, and scholarship opportunities. They are well-equipped to support […]
Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference
On October 26, 2024 the Champaign County Community Coalition’s Race Relations Subcommittee proudly hosted the 2nd Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference at Parkland College, running from 8 AM to 4 PM. This impactful event focused on the unique challenges surrounding mental health in the Black community, offering support and resources for individuals and […]
Champaign County Community Coalition Meeting
On July 12, the Equity and Engagement Department hosted their monthly Community Coalition meeting. The Race Relations Committee reviewed their 2023-2023 activities including their collaboration with the Grand Prairie Museum and the African American Heritage Trail to educate residents about the rich cultural history of people whose stories have been largely ignored and unrecognized. They […]
Social Justice Advocacy Skill Building Workshops
On March 3-4, 2023, the Community Coalition’s Race Relations Subcommittee, in partnership with the NAACP, hosted Dr. Joe Manarik to facilitate three Social Justice Advocacy Skill Building Workshops. The workshops invited participants to learn about social identity-based privilege as a process which can affect individual interactions and outcomes. Participants had an opportunity to identify contemporary […]