Gutting Environmental Justice
A Northwest Sider talks about having her EPA team shut down and what that means for us all
ICNW Storytellers
A collective of neighbors on Chicago's Northwest Side working to save our democracy.
Top 10 Tips for Fired Federal Workers
Turning DOGE havoc into hope for displaced employees
Resources: Federal Workers
From unemployment resources to free career services, we have curated support for federal employees or contractors affected by the Trump administration's mass layoffs
Support Federal Workers
Show your support for our neighborhood federal workers with monthly meetups, volunteer opportunities and more.
Resources and Actions: The Environment
From environmental risk assessments to interactive maps with sustainable businesses, we have curated local resources, disaster preparation lists and actions you can take for a safer, healthier environment.
Living in the Shadow of the DOGE Axe
What does it feel like to work at a federal agency these days?
Song: "I See Your Colors"
A powerful, personal response to the Skrmetti decision, written by one of our Northwest Side neighbors
Stay Tuned!
More stories about our neighbors coming soon
Resources: Immigration
From legal referrals to mutual aid organizations, we have curated a list of support for immigrants and their allies in Chicago.
Poem: Stand by Your Man
Written by an ICNW member and neighbor
One Portage Park Mom’s Immigration Journey
A grueling journey to make it here—and the challenges that lie ahead.
Immigration Fact vs. Fiction: A Local Perspective
A Northwest Side neighbor with years of experience supporting refugee families explains what is and isn't really happening with mass deportations.
Help a Neighbor: Immigration
Every action matters: Join a Know Your Rights campaign, volunteer with local mutual aid groups, donate items, and more