Urban River Stewardship Program Begins ($600 Stipend!)
Date and Time
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Location
Waukegan IL
Website
Description
Participant Application: A River Runs Through It!
An Urban River Stewardship Program
A One World Shared Future Community Labs program https://oneworldsharedfuture.org
Protecting Our Community’s Health and Ecosystems While Preparing for the Blue Workforce
Water is Life- Water scarcity is being felt across the US and abroad.
Freshwater flows from the Tri-cities, Waukegan, Zion and North Chicago, into Lake Michigan. The Tri-cities border the lake which is part of the Great Lakes system. The Great Lakes hold 20% of the World's Freshwater. This water is considered "Blue Gold" by many.
“It is not just about conservation
…it’s about (community) empowerment.“
Program Details:
Program participants meet 2 mornings or afternoons per week (3 hours each session) for 5 weeks (30 total hours).
This is an adult learning course for participants ages 20 to 40 years of age.
Available in 3 locations in 2025: Waukegan, Zion and North Chicago (Lake County, IL)
Registering Now! Apply Today!
Accepting applications for the Waukegan program- Starting September 16, 2025.
Zion program (2026)
North Chicago (2026)
Apply now to secure your spot or to receive notifications of program starting dates!
This in-person program includes both indoor and outdoor locations with activities designed to foster collaboration. Participants engage as integral members of a cohort. Cohorts have a maximum of 10 members.
The program is a stipend-based program that offers English / Spanish language translation. Participants successfully completing the 30 hour program will receive a Certificate of Completion and stipends with a $600 maximum value.
Individuals with barriers to employment are welcome to apply.
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