Children of immigrants look to Mujeres to assist them with their homework since their parents may lack mastery of the English language and/or formal education.
Mujeres created the Peace Program to address this need and has since evolved to include more than a homework assistance program.
Children ages 6 to 12 may participate in the program, where they will focus on both academic and personal development.
The Peace Program keeps kids off the street and gives them tools to succeed in school and in life. Tutoring provided for each child is
is tailored based on the child’s report cards and education level. Field trips for children to Chicago-area museums reinforce their tutoring and classroom learning. In addition to academics, children are taught conflict resolution and
"Mujeres tutors and facilitators meet with parents regularly to keep parents informed of their children’s progress."
other life-building skills. To facilitate a well-rounded child, sports and artistic activities are also offered in the program.
Parents’ involvement in their children’s development within the program and at school is critical to their success. Mujeres tutors and facilitators meet with parents regularly to keep parents informed of their children’s progress. When appropriate, Peace Program staff can advocate on behalf of the parents with the schools.
In addition to monitoring children’s success, parents in the Peace
Program are also encourage to strengthen their bonds with their children. Parents and children work together to plan an annual family festival. The Peace Program also provides recreational activities that offer quality time for parents and their children.
The Peace Program is sponsored in part by the Chicago Department of Human Services, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the WGN Radio 720 Fund for Neediest Kids, a fund of the Robert M. McCormick Tribune Foundation.
