Chicago, IL – Chicago United for Equity (CUE) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $380,000 grant by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation over the next two years to support its mission, which includes advancing power-sharing structures in government (or co-governance) in Chicago. This funding will build the foundation necessary for government and community to collaboratively work on solutions to our city’s most critical challenges. The grant will specifically support

Chicago United for Equity stands firmly against the recent escalation of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in our city and across the region.

The recent announcement to transition part of The 78 development into a privately funded soccer stadium raises significant questions about urban development priorities in Chicago.

Meet the 2025 CUE Fellows! 20 diverse leaders from across Chicago representing various sectors

Individuals are invites to provide public comment on Co-Governance draft framework

Recap of the 2024 State of the CUE-nion

In the wake of Election Day, you may be feeling a range of emotions—frustration, sadness, disappointment, or even anger. We want to...

Representatives from across the city will work toward defining what co-governance means for Chicago! CHICAGO –   In response to growing...

Recap of the 2024 Annual Showcase

Chicago United for Equity is excited to announce the addition of Denee Hill as the new Communications Manager. Denee will be joining our...

Meet the 2024 CUE Fellows! 24 diverse leaders from across Chicago representing various sectors

In 2023, CUE embarked on a transformative Strategic Planning process, engaging with our CUEmmunity through in-person strategy sessions,...

Read the 2023 Annual Report Empowering Equity: A Year of Growth and Collaboration

CUE announces Niketa Brar’s departure from her executive director role at the end of 2023.

Highlights from Exploring Co-Governance, a convening for Chicagoans in government and community to reimagine leadership.

Chicago United for Equity welcomes a new Director of Communications and Narrative Strategy to share CUE's impact with stories that resonate

CUE is looking for the next cohort of racial justice leaders to tackle the most pressing equity issues in Chicago. Apply by January 16.

These 3 cases studies from Chicago, San Francisco, and Seattle define co-governance in action.

Chicago must bridge the gap between communities most harmed by inequity and a government with a long history of neglect

Chicago Public School students deserve a leader dedicated to education and committed to community.