Vision
A More Just Chicago envisions a thriving Chicago, characterized by strong governance, a growing and diverse population, economic prosperity, equity, and joy.
What form of leadership is needed to take advantage of our opportunities and address our challenges?
A Civic Coalition
Spanning race, class, and faith.
Including corporations, non-profits, universities, leading civic leadership organizations and every neighborhood in the city.
The Problem
Chicago faces deep, systemic challenges.
The Opportunity
Chicago has outstanding opportunity to grow.
Did you know?
Of the largest 15 cities in the United States, Chicago is the only one with no Charter. No constitutional document.
The Plan
Gather, collaborate, lead together.
What is a City Charter?
Charter (noun)
chart•er
A formal document that establishes a city as a legal entity and outlines its structure, powers, and governance, including the responsibilities of its elected officials, administrative functions, and the rights of its citizens.
When legislation passes
→ A charter commission is formed.
→ The commission drafts a new charter
→ Voters approve it
Straightforward. Powerful. Transformational.
How It Happens
Our Role
We’re organizing a citywide coalition—spanning all 77 neighborhoods.
We’re educating, coordinating, advocating.
We are asking this question in every community:
If you could make a change to the way your city government functions, what would it be?
What You Can Do
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