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Chicago Women's Health Center, 1025 W Sunnyside Avenue, Ste 201, Chicago, IL (2026)

05/22/2026

Two weeks ago, CWHC traveled to the state capitol for Advocacy Day! As part of the Illinois Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (IAFCC), our staff met with legislators to advocate for funding in 2027. We worked alongside Mobile Care Chicago, Fenix Family Health Center, and Chi-Care to secure co-sponsors for the bill that allocates $15 million to IAFCC and the thousands of people that member clinics serve.

CWHC shares deep gratitude to IAFCC and other member clinics for their partnership and advocacy to support health care access throughout Illinois. We also extend huge thanks to Senator Mike Simmons, pictured here, for agreeing to co-sponsor this bill!

This upcoming fiscal year, up to 500,000 Illinoisans may lose Medicaid coverage due to federal budget cuts. IAFCC clinics are needed now more than ever. Take action by calling your representatives and asking them to co-sponsor SB3519 in the Senate or HB5117 in the House.

[Image description 1: C W H C staff members Scout Bratt and Becca Sita wear C W H C tote bags and stand with Senator Mike Simmons, who is holding a copy of C W H C program highlights. They are all smiling. In the background is the interior of the Illinois State Capitol. Image descriptions 2-5: C W H C and other I A F C C clinic staff members pose in various locations inside the Illinois State Capitol alongside lawmakers including Carol Ammons, Michael Crawford, Laura Dias, and Darby Hills.]

05/20/2026

TODAY is the last day to grab your Early Bird tickets for CWHC's annual event!

Early Bird ticket pricing is $30 for our community tier, $45 for regular admission, and $50 for our solidarity tier. After today, tickets will be available at our regular pricing tiers of $55-75.

About Canopy of Care: Join us Wednesday, July 15th from 6-8pm at Schubas / Tied House for CWHC's annual fundraiser. Throughout the night, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from partner organizations PHIMC and Chicago Abortion Fund about how we nurture networks of care together. The event will feature food, drinks, an open bar, and our signature raffle in the gorgeous loft space at Schubas / Tied House. All proceeds raised from the event and raffle will go toward providing comprehensive health services to over 6,000 women, trans folks, and young people this year!

Tickets are on sale through https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/KeT2bCQ_sAcZ2uXsS_FHcA.

[Image description 1: a text graphic superimposed on a block print of a tall, branching tree, seen as though looking up from under it. The tree trunk is dark teal, the leaves are a light yellow-green, and a light cyan sky is visible beyond. A red-orange halftone stipple pattern textures some of the background areas. Toward the left side, large white block letters oriented vertically down the trunk read: "C W H C." White text on the rest of the trunk reads: "Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community. Schubas slash Tied House, 3 1 5 7 Southport Avenue. July 15th, 2026. 6 to 8 P M." In the top right corner, a red-orange medallion with white text reads: "Last day for Early Bird tickets!" Image description 2: A text graphic on a light green background. At the top is a logo featuring the same tree image as the previous slide, with the words "Chicago Women's Health Center Canopy of Care" in black text. Below, teal bolded text reads: "With community partners:" At the bottom left is the logo for P H I M C's Transgender and Gender Diverse Wellness and Equity Program, which features the program name in a circle around the letters T G D. The D contains stripes in the colors of the progress pride flag. At the bottom right is the Chicago Abortion Fund logo, which features the organization name in cursive on a white banner."]

05/19/2026

THIS WEEKEND! Join us at CWHC this Sunday, May 23rd for our next Trans Health Group Clinic! THGC is a community-centered space for trans/gender-nonconforming people to discuss and learn about gender-affirming care in a confidential group setting. Attendees will also have access to gender-affirming care services such as one-on-one time with a nurse practitioner, routine blood testing, blood pressure reading, and routine hormone therapy.

This opportunity is available on a sliding scale of $50-$10. This does not include potential lab fees. Clients are welcome to use self-pay or insurance, and no one is turned away based on their ability to pay.

Interested? Learn more and sign up at the link in bio or www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/hrt-group-clinic.

When and where: Sunday, March 23rd from 1pm-4pm, in-person at CWHC

What to expect: THGC is structured around group discussions and educational activities. Group discussion will be guided by the questions and interests of willing participants. Discussion topics can include:

-Navigating pharmacies/insurances and accessing affirmative care
-Techniques and methods for self-injection
-Resources for social, medical, and/or surgical transition
-Talking to family about HRT

[Image description: text graphic on a light blue background. In the center of the graphic is a oval of cut out stick figures holding hands. The figures are filled in with the colors of the trans and non binary flags. Inside of the oval reads, "Trans Health Group Clinic Same affirming care, rooted in community." in dark grey text. Below the oval is more text that reads, "Join us in person on May 23rd from 1 p m to 4 p m." Below there is a thin black horizontal line. Below the line is more dark grey text that reads, "Trans Health Group Clinic is a community centered space for trans and gender nonconforming people to discuss and learn about gender affirming care in a confidential group setting."]

05/18/2026

Why join CWHC's Board of Directors?
-Get connected to intentional, supportive feminist community
-Help guide the future of a local health center
-Be a part of a 50+-year effort to create collaborative, affirming care regardless of ability to pay
-Gain and practice nonprofit management skills, including fundraising, financial health, and leadership development

To read the full Board Member job description, visit the link in our bio or www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/jobs-internships. Interested applicants can submit an application along with their resume through midnight Friday, June 5th. Applications and any questions about CWHC or joining the board of directors should be sent to boardsearch@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org.

People of all backgrounds, particularly people of color, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and trans or gender expansive individuals, are encouraged to apply.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark teal background with brighter teal halftone stippling in the corners. At the top is the C W H C logo, which includes the words "Chicago Women's Health Center" in teal and gray text stacked in a square. In the middle is a quote in a large font: "'Serving on this board was an amazing, life-giving experience for me.' - Reverend jessica young chang, former C W H C board member." The words "amazing, life-giving experience" are orange and underlined, and the rest of the text is white. At the bottom of the graphic, a white rounded rectangle encloses the words, "Apply to the C W H C board by June 5th."]

05/15/2026

CWHC is still accepting sponsors for our annual fundraiser!

We are looking for business or individuals to sponsor CWHC’s Canopy of Care with a one-time donation starting at $250. Sponsorship directly supports CWHC’s ability to provide access to transformative health services for over 6,000+ people each year. Sponsors are enthusiastically recognized across CWHC’s communities, including 10,000+ online followers and newsletter subscribers. Learn more at the link in our bio or chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/canopy-of-care.

Early bird tickets for Canopy of Care are available until May 20th. Thank you to everyone who has grabbed a ticket to so far! We cannot wait to spend time in community with you all this July. We hope to see you there!

[Image description: a text graphic superimposed on a block print of a tall, branching tree, seen as though looking up from under it. The tree trunk is dark teal, the leaves are a light yellow-green, and a light cyan sky is visible beyond. A red-orange halftone stipple pattern textures some of the background areas. Toward the left side, large white block letters oriented vertically down the trunk read: "C W H C." White text on the rest of the trunk reads: "Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community. Schubas slash Tied House, 3 1 5 7 Southport Avenue. July 15th, 2026. 6 to 8 P M."]

05/12/2026

TOMORROW: Support health care and education for thousands of women, trans folks, and young people by eating delicious ice cream! On Wednesday, May 13th from 4-7pm, we'll be tabling at at their Andersonville location (5306 N Clark St). During that time, 25% of proceeds from all sales will be donated to CWHC, and you can try our signature dish, "Feminist Health Care is GOATed," featuring the ice cream flavors Goat Cheese with Red Cherries + Darkest Chocolate. We hope to see you there!

(Image description: a text graphic on a light teal background. At the top, the Chicago Women's Health Center logo and the Jeni's Ice Creams logos sit side by side with an "x" between them. The C W H C logo includes the name of the organization in dark grey and teal text with the four words stacked in a square. The Jeni's logo includes the name in orange cursive. Below that, gray text arcs in a curve over a teal heart. The gray text reads, "Feminist Health Care is Goat-ed" with a goat emoji next to it. Inside the teal heart, two spoons of ice cream take up either half. The first spoon, white ice cream with reddish fruits, reads "Goat Cheese with Red Cherries." The second spoon, dark brown ice cream, reads "Darkest Chocolate." At the bottom, gray text lists the location, date, and time: 5 3 0 6 N Clark Street; May 13th, 2026; 4 to 7 P M.)

05/07/2026

Join us at CWHC on Sunday, May 23rd for our next Trans Health Group Clinic! THGC is a community-centered space for trans/gender-nonconforming people to discuss and learn about gender-affirming care in a confidential group setting. Attendees will also have access to gender-affirming care services such as one-on-one time with a nurse practitioner, routine blood testing, blood pressure reading, and routine hormone therapy.

This opportunity is available on a sliding scale of $50-$10. This does not include potential lab fees. Clients are welcome to use self-pay or insurance, and no one is turned away based on their ability to pay.

Interested? Learn more and sign up at www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/hrt-group-clinic.

When and where: Sunday, March 23rd from 1pm-4pm, in-person at CWHC

What to expect: THGC is structured around group discussions and educational activities. Group discussion will be guided by the questions and interests of willing participants. Discussion topics can include:

-Navigating pharmacies/insurances and accessing affirmative care
-Techniques and methods for self-injection
-Resources for social, medical, and/or surgical transition
-Talking to family about HRT

[Image description: text graphic on a light blue background. In the center of the graphic is a oval of cut out stick figures holding hands. The figures are filled in with the colors of the trans and non binary flags. Inside of the oval reads, "Trans Health Group Clinic Same affirming care, rooted in community." in dark grey text. Below the oval is more text that reads, "Join us in person on May 23rd from 1 p m to 4 p m." Below there is a thin black horizontal line. Below the line is more dark grey text that reads, "Trans Health Group Clinic is a community centered space for trans and gender nonconforming people to discuss and learn about gender affirming care in a confidential group setting."]

05/06/2026

You’re invited to our 2026 annual fundraiser! Tickets are on sale now for "CWHC's Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community." Join us Wednesday, July 15th from 6-8pm at Schubas / Tied House.

Like a tree in a thriving forest ecosystem, CWHC grows in community. At Canopy of Care, you’ll hear from a group of our partner organizations about how we nurture networks of care together.
The event will feature food, drinks, an open bar, and our signature raffle in the gorgeous loft space at Schubas / Tied House. All proceeds raised from the event and raffle will go toward providing comprehensive health services to over 6,000 women, trans folks, and young people this year.

Grab your Early Bird tickets today through May 20th! Visit chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/canopy-of-care.

Thanks to Kelsey Bauch for the beautiful design!

[Image description: a text graphic superimposed on a block print of a tall, branching tree, seen as though looking up from under it. The tree trunk is dark teal, the leaves are a light yellow-green, and a light cyan sky is visible beyond. A red-orange halftone stipple pattern textures some of the background areas. Toward the left side, large white block letters oriented vertically down the trunk read: "C W H C." White text on the rest of the trunk reads: "Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community. Schubas slash Tied House, 3 1 5 7 Southport Avenue. July 15th, 2026. 6 to 8 P M."]

05/05/2026

CWHC is seeking like-valued individuals to join our Board of Directors! Interested community members are invited to join this dynamic group in supporting comprehensive health care and health education for thousands of women, trans people, and young people.

Members of the Board of Directors provide financial support and oversight in addition to advocacy on behalf of CWHC. Our Board members bring important perspectives to our organization, helping to widen conversations and contribute individual skills to strengthen CWHC’s capacity and further our goals.

To read the full Board Member job description, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/jobs-internships. Interested applicants can submit an application along with their resume through midnight Friday, June 5th. Applications and any questions about CWHC or joining the board of directors should be sent to boardsearch@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org.

People of all backgrounds, particularly people of color, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and trans or gender expansive individuals, are encouraged to apply.

[Image description: a photo stylized to look like a Polaroid on a background of teal lined paper. The photo features three smiling board members holding up rolls of tickets for an event. The bottom frame of the Polaroid reads in teal text: "Join our Board!" In the top right corner of the graphic, a torn paper circle contains the C W H C logo, which includes the name "Chicago Women's Health Center" in dark grey and teal text with the four words stacked in a square. Toward the bottom right of the graphic, a light orange sticky note reads: "Apply by Friday, June 5th." Below these words is a doodle of a paper airplane.]

05/01/2026

Join CWHC Counseling Staff and community for a counseling group addressing the impact of systemic injustice on mental health. This group is designed with the idea that emotional well-being and social change are interconnected and aims to support both in a collaborative environment.

We plan to discuss topics including climate change, debt, living under the United States Empire, and an additional topic determined by group members. Group sessions will involve psychoeducation, discussion, skill-building and practice, and support around engaging in social change.

When and Where:
-Wednesdays from 12-1:30pm CT
-Weekly from June 24th until August 26th
-Online via Zoom

This opportunity is available to individuals using insurance or accessing our sliding scale. The sliding scale for group sessions is $60-$15 per session. No one will be turned away based on their ability to pay.

To learn more about the group and how to sign up, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/personal-as-political.

(Image description: a text graphic on a white background textured to look like slightly rumpled paper. The title, in black text and highlighted teal, reads: "Personal as Political: Support and Skills toward Collective Liberation." Below, black text in italics reads: "Join C W H C counseling staff and community for a group addressing the impact of systemic injustice on mental health." Below, bullet points read: "Wednesdays from 12 to 1:30 P M central time. Weekly from June 24th until August 26th. Online via Zoom." At the bottom of the graphic are three images, stylized to look like they've been printed on newsprint and shaded with stippling. The first image is a ring of keys, the second is a butterfly, and the third is a whistle. Behind the ring of keys and whistle are orange sunbursts, also stippled. A third identical sunburst is visible behind the word "Political" in the title.)

04/30/2026

Support health care and education for thousands of women, trans folks, and young people by eating delicious ice cream! On Wednesday, May 13th from 4-7pm, we'll be tabling at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at their Andersonville location (5306 N Clark St). During that time, 25% of proceeds from all sales will be donated to CWHC, and you can try our signature dish, "Feminist Health Care is GOATed," featuring the ice cream flavors Goat Cheese with Red Cherries + Darkest Chocolate. We hope to see you there!

(Image description: a text graphic on a light teal background. At the top, the Chicago Women's Health Center logo and the Jeni's Ice Creams logos sit side by side with an "x" between them. The C W H C logo includes the name of the organization in dark grey and teal text with the four words stacked in a square. The Jeni's logo includes the name in orange cursive. Below that, gray text arcs in a curve over a teal heart. The gray text reads, "Feminist Health Care is Goat-ed" with a goat emoji next to it. Inside the teal heart, two spoons of ice cream take up either half. The first spoon, white ice cream with reddish fruits, reads "Goat Cheese with Red Cherries." The second spoon, dark brown ice cream, reads "Darkest Chocolate." At the bottom, gray text lists the location, date, and time: 5 3 0 6 N Clark Street; May 13th, 2026; 4 to 7 P M.)

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