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When the Rainbow Isn’t Enough

By Karen Hawkins

“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 decided to plant roots and be decidedly visible,” Smith says. Affinity sits several miles south of, and a world… return to article

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    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.

    United States Posted by Cheryl on May 19, 2003 at 3:40 PM

    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!

    United States Posted by gaylon on Jun 6, 2003 at 7:39 PM

    Karen:

    Thank you for your accuracy and inspiration in telling our story!!

    Chris Smith

    United States Posted by Chris Smith on Jun 7, 2003 at 4:27 PM

    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.

    United States Posted by Carol on Jun 14, 2003 at 11:24 PM
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