Southwest Organizing Project

Southwest Organizing Project The Southwest Organizing Project’s (SWOP) mission is to build power for the families of Southwest

The Southwest Organizing Project (SWOP) was formed in 1996 and has grown to include 29 member institutions.

We are proud to share that SWOP's very own Adriana Velazquez has been recognized as one of 8 Leaders for A New Chicago b...
08/12/2026

We are proud to share that SWOP's very own Adriana Velazquez has been recognized as one of 8 Leaders for A New Chicago by and MacArthur Foundation ! Congrats to everyone recgonized! ❤️

The city of Chicago Department of Housing is partnering with community organizations to let potential homebuyers know ab...
06/02/2026

The city of Chicago Department of Housing is partnering with community organizations to let potential homebuyers know about the Chicago Neigborhood Recovery Program (CNRP) that assists designated areas with down payments on buying homes.

Follow the information on the flyer and contact our Development Fellow to learn more.

El Departamento de Vivienda de la ciudad de Chicago se ha asociado con organizaciones comunitarias para informar a los posibles compradores de vivienda sobre el Programa de Recuperación de Vecindarios de Chicago (CNRP), que brinda asistencia a las áreas designadas con el pago inicial para la compra de viviendas.

Siga la información del folleto y comuníquese con nuestro Asesor de Desarrollo para obtener más detalles.

🚨 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN 🚨Have you ever felt called to advocate for others, organize around pressing social issues, o...
05/26/2026

🚨 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN 🚨

Have you ever felt called to advocate for others, organize around pressing social issues, or become a leader for social change in your community?❤️‍🔥

If so, this opportunity was created for people like you 👇🏼

Southwest Organizing Project (SWOP), in partnership with incredible community organizations and the City Colleges of Chicago, is facilitating pathways for social impact careers! 🎓 🌍✨️

The Certificate in Community Leadership is a 16-credit, stackable credential designed to introduce students to:

📢 Community Organizing
🗣️Leadership Development
🤝Community Development
✊🏼Movement-Building, Power-Building and Advocacy Work

As part of the program, students are paired with a 200-hour paid practicum, gaining real hands-on experience with community organizations doing incredible social impact work across Chicago.💯🤗

For eligible Chicago residents, the program is often TUITION-FREE through the Future Ready initiative.💸

Interested students can use the certificate program to pursue their Associate in Community Leadership and their bachelor.

If you or someone you know may be interested in this opportunity, please fill out the nominate form on our linktree (below or on our main page) or scan the QR code and our team will reach out directly!

https://linktr.ee/swoporg

Don't miss your opportunity to turn your passion for justice into meaningful work. 💖⚖️

Classes begin on August 20th.

We are happy to have been joined by so many partners and leaders at the groundbreaking of our upcoming 44-unit housing d...
04/22/2026

We are happy to have been joined by so many partners and leaders at the groundbreaking of our upcoming 44-unit housing development on 63rd and Western. Through the efforts of so many, our neighborhood is being reinvested in through the Reclaiming Chicago campaign.

Celebrating the acheivements of the Parent Mentor Program is always one of the biggest highlights of the year. The resil...
04/12/2026

Celebrating the acheivements of the Parent Mentor Program is always one of the biggest highlights of the year. The resilience, dedication and strength of everyone involved from the parents, teachers, organizers and those that support the program will forever be an energizing experience.

Celebrar los logros del Programa de Mentores para Padres es siempre uno de los momentos más destacados del año. La resiliencia, la dedicación y la fortaleza de todos los involucrados —padres, maestros, organizadores y quienes apoyan el programa— serán siempre una experiencia inspiradora.

Is your DACA expiring? Reach out to us so that we can help you with your renewal process. ¿Está por vencer su DACA? Comu...
04/07/2026

Is your DACA expiring? Reach out to us so that we can help you with your renewal process.

¿Está por vencer su DACA? Comuníquese con nosotros para que podamos ayudarle con su proceso de renovación.

This is your sign! FREE High School Equivalency (GED) classes are starting this March right here in the Chicago Lawn com...
03/02/2026

This is your sign! FREE High School Equivalency (GED) classes are starting this March right here in the Chicago Lawn community, offered through our partnership with Kennedy‑King College. Classes will be in English.

Supportive services to help you succeed
Classes: Thursdays 1–5 PM & Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM
Placement Testing Date: March 5 | 10 AM–12 PM
Scan the QR code or click the link below or check out our linktree to sign up today — your future starts now!
Last day to sign up is end of day March 4th

Questions? Contact Quabeeny Daniels (Q) at [email protected]

Our Parent Mentors from Peck, Azuela, Sawyer, Monarchs and Pasteur celebrating Spirit Week at Pasteur Elementary!
02/18/2026

Our Parent Mentors from Peck, Azuela, Sawyer, Monarchs and Pasteur celebrating Spirit Week at Pasteur Elementary!

GRACIAS a la Ciudad de Chicago por su inversión de $3 millones en el Fondo de Protección Legal, un programa exitoso que ...
01/05/2026

GRACIAS a la Ciudad de Chicago por su inversión de $3 millones en el Fondo de Protección Legal, un programa exitoso que ha ayudado a miles de familias inmigrantes a acceder a servicios legales confiables, mantenerse unidas y construir estabilidad en nuestras comunidades.

Este financiamiento fortalece nuestros vecindarios, apoya a las y los trabajadores y reafirma el compromiso de Chicago con la equidad, la dignidad y el debido proceso.

Un reconocimiento especial a nuestras organizaciones aliadas del LPF por su defensa y dedicación a la justicia.
The Resurrection Project Centro de Trabajadores Unidos Haitian American Museum of Chicago-HAMOC United African Organization Centro Romero Enlace Chicago Northwest Center Indo-American Center National Immigrant Justice Center HANA Center Erie Neighborhood House

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