Anti-Racism In Action, Evanston, IL (2026)

📣📣 EVANSTON AND SKOKIE LOCAL FRIENDS

The Evanston/Skokie Mutual Aid Network is a grassroots, community-led effort looking to take care of each other and keep our cities as safe as possible.

What is Mutual Aid?
Mutual aid projects recognize current systems as fundamentally unjust, and understand how our struggles are all connected through various forms of oppression. Mutual aid is about people coming together to support each other, especially when the systems we rely on can't meet everyone’s needs, and when our government is attacking our most vulnerable communities. Unlike charity or government services, mutual aid is a community-driven effort where we step in and take responsibility to help each other right now. It’s a way of caring for one another in a direct, hands-on manner, instead of waiting for politicians or big corporations to make change.
Mutual aid projects are typically powered by volunteers who are passionate about immediately making a difference and creating change. Instead of replicating the hierarchy and control of nonprofits, it’s a space where we build trust, share resources, and offer support. Knowing that we are stronger together we can create a society where everyone can survive and thrive. It requires not only challenging oppressive systems but building new ways of caring for each other, rooted in solidarity and mutual support.
While the group may not meet every need, it serves as a place where people can connect, share information, and lift each other up in a spirit of mutual care.
Recognize the dynamics and privilege you bring.
This space is founded by volunteers who are accountable to our marginalized and minoritized communities who are systematically denied access to food, secure housing, healthcare, safety, and the basic resources necessary for survival.
Our mission is to resist oppressive power structures through direct mutual aid—not to replicate or reinforce these systems, nor to entertain white-saviorism. Don’t dominate conversations. Elevate and amplify the posts and projects already led by those on the frontlines of change.

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03/11/2025

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📣📣 EVANSTON AND SKOKIE LOCAL FRIENDS The Evanston/Skokie Mutual Aid Network is a grassroots, community-led effort looking to take care of each other and keep our cities as safe as possible. What is Mutual Aid? Mutual aid projects recognize current systems as fundamentally unjust, and understand how our struggles are all connected through various forms of oppression. Mutual aid is about people coming together to support each other, especially when the systems we rely on can't meet everyone’s needs, and when our government is attacking our most vulnerable communities. Unlike charity or government services, mutual aid is a community-driven effort where we step in and take responsibility to help each other right now. It’s a way of caring for one another in a direct, hands-on manner, instead of waiting for politicians or big corporations to make change. Mutual aid projects are typically powered by volunteers who are passionate about immediately making a difference and creating change. Instead of replicating the hierarchy and control of nonprofits, it’s a space where we build trust, share resources, and offer support. Knowing that we are stronger together we can create a society where everyone can survive and thrive. It requires not only challenging oppressive systems but building new ways of caring for each other, rooted in solidarity and mutual support. While the group may not meet every need, it serves as a place where people can connect, share information, and lift each other up in a spirit of mutual care. Recognize the dynamics and privilege you bring. This space is founded by volunteers who are accountable to our marginalized and minoritized communities who are systematically denied access to food, secure housing, healthcare, safety, and the basic resources necessary for survival. Our mission is to resist oppressive power structures through direct mutual aid—not to replicate or reinforce these systems, nor to entertain white-saviorism. Don’t dominate conversations. Elevate and amplify the posts and projects already led by those on the frontlines of change. #evanston #skokie #mutualaid #facebook #community

11/07/2024

SAY IT LOUD!!

Join the Movement for Change!

The election is over, and it's time to make our voices heard. Silence is no longer an option. At AntiRacistAF, we believe in using clothing as a form of activism. For the entire month of November, enjoy 10% off every online order of $50 or more!

Use code - SAYITLOUD - at checkout. Let your clothes speak for you and be part of the change.

Why AntiRacistAF? Our clothing stands for more than just style. It represents your voice and your commitment to community, equity, justice, and empowerment. Make a statement with every outfit you wear. Wearable Activism for Change!

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10/14/2024

Remembering the Lucayan on this Indigenous Peoples Day. Every conversation about Christopher Columbus should start with them.

10/05/2024

I am a child of Jim Crow.

-Ta-Nehisi Coates

10/04/2024

Celebrate this weekend with some of your fave makers at Hecho en Humboldt Park Art Festival

*THIS WEEKEND JOIN US AT DIVISION ST. & CALIFORNIA AVE.

Oct 5-6th, 10am - 6 pm

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Celebrate this weekend with some of your fave makers at Hecho en Humboldt Park Art Festival *THIS WEEKEND JOIN US AT DIVISION ST. & CALIFORNIA AVE. Oct 5-6th, 10am - 6 pm Meet our vendors! Hosted by @javmararts @AntiRacistAF @chigirl_13 @condulceshop @etchoinchicagocustomcrafts @jenartscreation @jibaritomaker @justgoill @koasterking1 @midwestuntouchablegraphics @namartdesigns @rochy_art @shopdelhumboldt @shop_nancy_creates @tropikwavesartesanal Don't forget to give them a follow! #humboldtpark #chicago #chicagomaker #custommade #Divison #paseoboricua #barrioborinken #california #puertoricanfestival #fiestaboricua #chicagofestival #artfestival #AntiRacistAF #communityart #communitybuilding #chicagocreatives #prcc #handmadedesigns #popupshops #vendor #jutenflax #artists #chicagiartists #love #latinoownedbusiness #kidvendors #latinxheritagemonth #hispanicheritagemonth

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this weekend at Hecho en Humboldt Park Art Festival, featuring some of your fav makers!!

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October 5-6th, 10-6pm, at California & Division

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10/02/2024

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this weekend at Hecho en Humboldt Park Art Festival, featuring some of your fav makers!!

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See you there!
October 5-6th, 10-6pm, at California & Division

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this weekend at Hecho en Humboldt Park Art Festival, featuring some of your fav makers!! @javmararts @etchoinchicagocustomcrafts @jenarts @jibaritomaker @koasterking1 @midwestuntouchablegraphics @shopdelhumboldt @shop_nancy_creates @tropikwavesartesanal + More Don't forget to give them a follow! See you there! October 5-6th, 10-6pm, at California & Division #humboldtpark #chicago #chicagomaker #custommade #Divison #paseoboricua #barrioborinken #california #puertoricanfestival #fiestaboricua #chicagofestival #artfestival #AntiRacistAF #communityart #communitybuilding #chicagocreatives #prcc #handmadedesigns #popupshops #vendor #jutenflax #artists #chicagiartists #love #latinoownedbusiness #kidvendors #latinxheritagemonth #hispanicheritagemonth

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09/13/2024

Just a little pat on the back 👏🏼👏🏼 When the Green Party's vice president nominee, Dr. Butch Ware made my comment a whole post. Still holding space for those that are raised in a culture of Black Excellence as a means of survival. Election season is already rough, but this election season our Blackness is being weaponized to a higher degree than past elections.

09/10/2024

Representataion. Representataion. Representataion. She's a whole mood! This is a big nod to the Black trail ride and cowboy culture we created and always get left out of.

Find her and our other vintage inspired prints at our pop-ups!!

09/02/2024

What a weekend!! We gave away over 100 backpacks, made hundreds of marcas, and vejigante masks!

Huge thank you to everyone that came out to Fiesta Boricua this weekend! We love meeting new people, connecting with old friends, giving back to the kids, and spreading the messages of activism! Shoutout to Alderwoman Jesse Fuentes, of the 26th Ward, and Mayor Brandon Johnson, that stopped by our purple tent for their photo op.

Our vendor season is over just yet! You can find us at:
- Sept 14-15, 12-6pm, Logan Square Eagle, Chicago. Bring the kids for some free crafting.

- Sept 28-29, 1-7pm, Half Acre Brewery, 20250 w. Balmoral, Chicago

See ya there!!

08/24/2024

Check us out! AntiRacistAF will be vending at this year's 🇵🇷 Fiesta Boricua 🇵🇷 Bandera a Bandera 🇵🇷 Fiesta Boricua Chicago August 31st - September 1st from 12 pm to 8 pm on Division St. from California to Western, flag to flag!! Stop by, we'll be GIVING AWAY BACKPACKS and doing FREE ARTS & CRAFTS for the kids! *backpacks available while supplies last*

Enjoy live performances, a variety of vendors, and exciting activities for all ages. Don’t miss out! 🎶 If you are interested in being a vendor, email [email protected]

Shop these hand designed activism messages and more at AntiRacistAF.com Don't for get to visit us at our pop-up vendor events for exclusive designs and products!!

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08/21/2024

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Shop these hand designed activism messages and more at AntiRacistAF.com Don't for get to visit us at our pop-up vendor events for exclusive designs and products!! #AntiRacistAF #Founder #Artist #Activist #mom #antiracist #antioppressive #smallbusinessowner #handmadedesigns #handcrafted #love #custom #CommunityBuilding #communityart #collaborator #antiracismplaydates #womanownedbusiness #Blackownedbusines #antiracistrealtor #vendor #teeshirt

Looking for ways to help the Northwestern encampment? Donate, donate, donate! PAUSE ON VENMO DONATIONS WE ARE SORTING AN ISSUE OUT

All donations and venmo funds are appreciated. VENMO: @nuaidcollective. DM to coordinate drop off locations!

04/25/2024

The Northwestern Encampment has identified some needs.

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Looking for ways to help the Northwestern encampment? Donate, donate, donate! PAUSE ON VENMO DONATIONS WE ARE SORTING AN ISSUE OUT All donations and venmo funds are appreciated. VENMO: @nuaidcollective. DM to coordinate drop off locations!

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