AREAS OF FOCUS
Social-Emotional Wellness
Work collectively on increasing awareness and commitment to enhance emotional wellness across the life-span.
Read moreHealthy Living and Eating
Work collectively on the goal of reducing food insecurity for 15% of the families serviced by the Blue Island-Robbins Neighborhood Network by 2027.
Read moreFinancial Health and Education
To provide 3% of the residents of Blue Island & Robbins access to employment and/or job training in order to move them from unemployment/underemployment to self-sufficiency by 2027
Read moreResident Advisory Council
Residents will work with the Network to address barriers and implement a strategic plan that enables the residents to live a life of fulfillment.
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ABOUT US?
The Blue Island-Robbins Neighborhood Network (BIRNN) is about YOU. It brings together community members, leaders, and organizations to drive the change YOU want to see in Blue Island / Robbins.
To solve tough problems in the community, it’s not enough to do your part – we must work together to have a collective impact. Through the Neighborhood Network Initiative, The United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and Metropolitan Family Services will bring together the right partners and resources to provide neighborhood-specific solutions and enhanced community services.
A Strong Network + United Agendas = Progress
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