“Everything we’ve done has been absolutely radical,” says Chris Smith, co-founder and current board president of Chicago’s Affinity Community Services. How radical? Radical enough to establish an out and proud group for black lesbian and bisexual women on Chicago’s South Side. “We [RETURN TO ARTICLE]
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Reader Comments
What a great article!
I think Affinity is an
amazing resource and
we are lucky they are
in Chicago. What a
strong group of visionaries!
I’m glad to see the word
getting out there about
this Chicago treasure.
karen….thank you for the excellent written article! we appreciate it so very much!
in these times…thanks for running it and always being in the forefront of today’s topics!
Karen:
Thank you for your accuracy and inspiration in telling our story!!
Chris Smith
I definitely agree a thanks is due to Karen. I’ve been a part of the community Affinity caters to for over 16 years and small social groups started this whole idea. I’m sure I can say all of us are grateful for this growth and dedication. I will remain in support of this organization, even from out of town.
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