CTJMF held our second fundraising event, Making History, Forging a New Future with the Chicago Torture Justice Memorial. The event’s name speaks to the intention for the memorial — particularly in this political moment — to create an enduring narrative that documents racist state violence in the US. and how a community came together to hold the state accountable. 

In telling the unique and exceptional story of survivors, organizers, lawyers, and independent journalists who worked collectively for decades to expose the truth and secure reparations for Chicago police torture survivors, the memorial tells a story that we hope inspires and emboldens others to continue to fight, resist, and work towards a better world.

The event was held at Overflow Coffee, one of the only Black-owned and operated craft coffee shops in Chicago, and included a silent auction with items and services donated by our community members.