JCFS Chicago embraces people of all backgrounds. Our commitment to belonging is woven throughout our services, programs and welcoming workplace.

Everyone has a right to be treated fairly and with dignity and respect, free of all discrimination and harassment including that which is based on race, culture, religion, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, and any other classification protected by law. 

JCFS Chicago currently offers three Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that are open to all. 

  • Qmmunity: members of the LGBQIA+ community 
  • Shades of JCFS: individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color 
  • AVID: Awareness of Visible and Invisible Disabilities