The Peace Center

at Bethlehem


WHO WE ARE

The Peace Center at Bethlehem strengthens the fabric of community by being a resource, hub, and catalyst for restorative peace practices on the far Southwest Side of Chicago. 


The Peace Center partners with local schools, faith communities, and civic organizations to build capacity in restorative practices, draw connections between diverse groups of people, and provide brave space for critical conversations and conflict transformation.


We do this as a healing-centered community, committed to equity and inclusion.  


The Peace Center's work is based in restorative practices and restorative justice. Peace circles are foundational to our efforts to build community, resolve conflicts, and promote healing.


The work of the Center is directed by the Peace Center Community Board.


Visit this page often to learn more about our ongoing work and how you can be involved. You also can subscribe to our newsletter.


Learn More about us

Restorative practices, anti-racism work, and trauma education are at the heart of everything we do. We provide peace education through Peace Camp, a week-long summer program for children, as well as through partnership with local schools. We are continually seeking ways to incorporate restorative practices into our community. 

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  • Peace Circles

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  • Peace Camp

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  • Training and Resources

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  • Equity and Belonging

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Donate to the peace center at bethlehem

Your contributions to The Peace Center at Bethlehem allow us to achieve our goal of strengthening the fabric of our community through restorative practices. Your support will fund peace clubs in schools, peace camp, training for adults in conflict resolution skills, peace circles, and much more. Any gift designated "Peace Center" will be used for the Peace Center's work. 


To make a contribution, click on the "Make a Donation Button." On the giving page, choose a recurring or one time gift. Indicate "Peace Center" in the "Please Note Donation Designation" box. Your gift will be used exclusively for charitable purposes and is fully deductible as applicable under Law. 

Upcoming Events

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Community Partners

The Peace Center at Bethlehem cannot do this work alone. We collaborate with an ever-growing list of community partners. Contact Pastor Jennie English -Dumont if you would like to learn more about how we can work together!

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