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After more than 20 years working in unison with the residents of East Garfield Park, Breakthrough’s “people first” focus has helped unify the community. With experts in workforce development, violence prevention, education and more, our work and service has benefitted from the leadership that drives our teams and staff on the front lines doing the work.
Our Vision Shapers series highlights expertise from Breakthrough leadership on issues impacting our community and work.

March 9, 2022

Vision Shapers Conversations – Response to the Opioid Crisis and its Impact on Mental Health

by Breakthrough

outside sign on the Breakthrough Men's Center vision shapers opioid crisis mental health

February 25, 2022

Holistic Behavioral Health Services Respond to the Opioid Crisis

by Cheron Massonburg

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June 17, 2021

Vision Shapers Conversations – Violence Prevention

by Breakthrough

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January 27, 2021

Vision Shapers Conversations – Racial Justice

by Wilonda Cannon

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September 25, 2020

Vision Shapers Conversations – Breakthrough’s Response to the Achievement Gap During the Covid-19 Pandemic

by Dr. Marcie Curry

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October 14, 2019

Strong Relationships Build Community

by Bill Curry

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February 12, 2019

Program Aims to Remedy Housing Crisis with ‘Housing First’ Service for Families

by Lauren Cole

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October 9, 2018

Innovative Strategy Closes the Achievement Gap on Chicago’s West Side

by Dr. Marcie Curry

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July 31, 2018

How Trauma-Informed Care is Revitalizing Community

by Yolanda Fields

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