Good morning and happy Thursday! Today we'll be talking to Jessica Watkins, Policy Analyst for the IBIA Illinois Black Advocacy Initiative. This organization advocates for resources and policies to strengthen African-American communities statewide. Let's get ready to learn, here's the news:

- Our friends at NAMI KDK are currently hiring for 3 great positions! Part-time coordinators for youth and family, as well as a Manager of Development and Fundraising are being sought and interested candidates can apply online. NAMI KDK is very active in our community addressing mental health with solutions and advocacy, now is your chance to join an amazing organization. Visit the website here to apply and learn more about a future with NAMI KDK: https://www.namikdk.org/volunteer-1

- The Kids Expo hosted by the Office of State Representative Stephanie Kifowit will be Saturday, September 14th from 10 am to 4 pm at Phillips Park Aquatic Center! Our team will be there delivering helpful information and resources for families as well as our partners of the Aurora Financial Empowerment Center. Admission is free for this event and there will be many emergency vehicles for kids to explore as well as food and more! See the flyer for more details, see you there!

- There’s a new sweet business doing amazing things with the best Italian Ice around. Check out the menu of Dolci Chillz and be sure to visit them. Follow the page here on Facebook and stay tuned for more. Friends of ours.

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