People's Academy Session 2 / 시민학교 세션 2
The People's Academy is HANA's racial justice program, created and led by our Racial Justice Committee, in collaboration with Geobuki Hakkyo (School of Turtles, also known as GBG). GBG launched the People's Academy program in 2023, and we're excited to continue this important work in 2025.
In our Fall Session, we are focusing on the intersection of immigration and anti-Blackness.
SESSION 2: 10/2/2025 @ 7-8:30 p.m. (Online)
A conversation with a local group advocating for African and Black immigrants in Illinois, to help us better understand the issues Black immigrant communities face and how we can build deeper solidarity.
일리노이 주에서 아프리카계 및 흑인 이민자를 옹호하는 시카고 지역 단체와 흑인 이민자 커뮤니티의 어려움을 더 이해하고 더 깊은 연대를 구축할 수 있는 방법에 대해 이야기를 나눌 예정입니다.

북서부 스마트폰 & 컴퓨터 가을학기 수업 개강
📞등록 전화 필수:
847-520-1999 & 773-583-5501
Office Hours: 오전 9시–오후 5시
📍수업장소: 북서부 하나 센터
664 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 213 Prospect Heights, IL 60070
💰 등록비: 컴퓨터 $50 & 스마트폰: $25
People's Academy Session 3 (in person) / 시민학교 세션 3 (대면)
The People's Academy is HANA's racial justice program, created and led by our Racial Justice Committee, in collaboration with Geobuki Hakkyo (School of Turtles, also known as GBG). GBG launched the People's Academy program in 2023, and we're excited to continue this important work in 2025.
In our Fall Session, we are focusing on the intersection of immigration and anti-Blackness.
SESSION 3: 10/18/2025 @ 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (In Person at NWC 대면모임 - 하나 북서부 센터)
An intergenerational immigration story sharing, where we can reflect on our family journeys, name how anti-Blackness has shown up in our communities, and explore how our experiences connect to broader struggles for justice.
세대를 아우르는 이민 이야기 나눔의 자리로, 우리 가족의 이민 여정을 되돌아보고 우리 사회에서 흑인에 대한 인종차별이 어떻게 나타났는지 알아보고 우리의 경험이 더 큰 정의를 위한 투쟁과 어떻게 연결되는지 함께 탐구할 예정입니다.

Rental Assistance Informational Workshop (Monthly)
Are you behind on your rent payments and looking for resources to help?
Join our monthly Rental Assistance Informational Workshop to learn about available programs and resources. *Note: This workshop is informational ONLY and does not lead to direct financial assistance.
Online via Zoom (English)
Register: bit.ly/hana-rental-info

Fall Nonggi Workshop Session 1
Artist Aram Han Sifuentes will facilitate an ongoing NongGi (Korean folk banners) making workshops for multi-generational, multi-ethnic immigrant communities in Chicago through storytelling and hands-on creation to achieve immigrant and racial justice. No prior skill required and family, children friendly! Lunch will be provided at all sessions.
Session 1: Introduction + Designing NongGi: Saturday, October 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 2 + 3: Making NongGi
Saturdays, November 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday, November 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 4: Sharing Our NongGi Story: Saturday, November 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Questions? Email Hahrim Choi (hchoi2@hanacenter.org)

Fall Nonggi Workshop Session 2
Artist Aram Han Sifuentes will facilitate an ongoing NongGi (Korean folk banners) making workshops for multi-generational, multi-ethnic immigrant communities in Chicago through storytelling and hands-on creation to achieve immigrant and racial justice. No prior skill required and family, children friendly! Lunch will be provided at all sessions.
Session 1: Introduction + Designing NongGi: Saturday, October 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 2 + 3: Making NongGi
Saturdays, November 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday, November 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 4: Sharing Our NongGi Story: Saturday, November 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Questions? Email Hahrim Choi (hchoi2@hanacenter.org)

Fall Nonggi Workshop Session 3
Artist Aram Han Sifuentes will facilitate an ongoing NongGi (Korean folk banners) making workshops for multi-generational, multi-ethnic immigrant communities in Chicago through storytelling and hands-on creation to achieve immigrant and racial justice. No prior skill required and family, children friendly! Lunch will be provided at all sessions.
Session 1: Introduction + Designing NongGi: Saturday, October 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 2 + 3: Making NongGi
Saturdays, November 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday, November 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 4: Sharing Our NongGi Story: Saturday, November 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Questions? Email Hahrim Choi (hchoi2@hanacenter.org)

Fall Nonggi Workshop Session 4
Artist Aram Han Sifuentes will facilitate an ongoing NongGi (Korean folk banners) making workshops for multi-generational, multi-ethnic immigrant communities in Chicago through storytelling and hands-on creation to achieve immigrant and racial justice. No prior skill required and family, children friendly! Lunch will be provided at all sessions.
Session 1: Introduction + Designing NongGi: Saturday, October 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 2 + 3: Making NongGi
Saturdays, November 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday, November 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Session 4: Sharing Our NongGi Story: Saturday, November 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Questions? Email Hahrim Choi (hchoi2@hanacenter.org)

Rental Assistance Informational Workshop (Monthly)
Are you behind on your rent payments and looking for resources to help?
Join our monthly Rental Assistance Informational Workshop to learn about available programs and resources. *Note: This workshop is informational ONLY and does not lead to direct financial assistance.
Online via Zoom (English)
Register: bit.ly/hana-rental-info

Rental Assistance Informational Workshop (Monthly)
Are you behind on your rent payments and looking for resources to help?
Join our monthly Rental Assistance Informational Workshop to learn about available programs and resources. *Note: This workshop is informational ONLY and does not lead to direct financial assistance.
Online via Zoom (English)
Register: bit.ly/hana-rental-info
People's Academy Session 1 / 시민학교 세션 1
The People's Academy is HANA's racial justice program, created and led by our Racial Justice Committee, in collaboration with Geobuki Hakkyo (School of Turtles, also known as GBG). GBG launched the People's Academy program in 2023, and we're excited to continue this important work in 2025.
In our Fall Session, we are focusing on the intersection of immigration and anti-Blackness.
SESSION 1: 9/18/2025 @ 7-8:30 p.m. (Online)
A conversation with NAKASEC + UndocuBlack about the Woori Ujima, which builds solidarity between Korean and Black undocumented communities through grassroots organizing and political education.
시민학교는 하나센터의 인종 정의 프로그램으로, 하나센터 인종 정의 위원회가 주도하고 거북이학교(Geobuki Hakkyo, GBG)와 협력하여 운영하고 있습니다. 거북이학교는 2023년에 시민학교를 시작했으며, 2025년에도 여러분과 함께 이 의미있는 활동을 계속 할 수 있어서 기쁩니다.
미교협(NAKASEC) 와 UndocuBlack 단체들이랑 우리 우지마에 관한 이야기를 나눌 예정입니다. 우리 우지마는 풀뿌리 운동과 정치교육을 통해 한인과 흑인 서류미비이민자 커뮤니티 간의 연대를 구축합니다.
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[Spanish] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR

Citizenship & DACA Renewal Workshop
Join our DACA Renewal & Citizenship Workshop on September 14 at Our Lady of Mercy Parish (4432 N Troy St, Chicago) from 10:30 a.m.-to 2 p.m.
The workshop provides immigration assistance, from eligibility screenings and application filing to follow-up scheduling. Pre-registration is available, but walk-ins are also welcome.
TEXT “WORKSHOP” to (847)250-7348 OR
Email: IMMIGRATION@HANACENTER.ORG
Application Fee Scholarships / Becas para costo de solicitud. You may qualify if you: / Puede calificar si usted:
Are an Illinois resident (State ID or Driver’s License required) / Es residente de Illinois (se requiere licencia de conducir o ID estatal)
Meet income eligibility requirements / Cumple con los requisitos de ingresos
Provide income evidence (recent tax returns) / Proporciona evidencia de ingresos (declaración de impuestos reciente)
Service fees / Costo del servicio: DACA Renewal ($10), Citizenship ($50)
📄 DACA RENEWAL / RENOVACIÓN DE DACA ($605 APPLICATION FEE COVERED WITH *SCHOLARSHIP)
Documents / Documentos:
Work permit (EAD) / Permiso de trabajo
Driver’s License or State ID / Licencia de conducir o ID estatal
If applicable / Si corresponde:
Advance Parole document / Documento de permiso anticipado de viaje
Court disposition / Disposición de la corte
Information / Información:
Social Security Number / Número de Seguro Social
Past 2 years of address history / Historial de domicilio de los últimos 2 años
Travel history (if applicable) / Historial de viajes (si corresponde)
📄 CITIZENSHIP / CIUDADANÍA ($760 APPLICATION FEE COVERED WITH *SCHOLARSHIP)
Documents / Documentos:
Green Card (MICA) / Tarjeta verde
Birth Certificate / Acta de nacimiento
Driver’s License or State ID / Licencia de conducir o ID estatal
Passport / Pasaporte
If applicable / Si corresponde:
Marriage License/Divorce Decree / Acta de matrimonio/decreto de divorcio
Court disposition / Disposición de la corte
Other supporting documents / Otros documentos
Information / Información:
Social Security Number / Número de Seguro Social
Past 5 years of work, address, and travel history / Historial de los últimos 5 años de domicilio, trabajo y viajes
Minor children’s information (full name/DOB) / Información de hijos menores (nombre completo y fecha de nacimiento)

시민권 & 다카갱신 신청 워크숍
9월 14일, Our Lady of Mercy 성당 (4432 N Troy St, Chicago)에서 오전 10시부터 오후 2시까지 열리는 DACA 갱신 & 시민권 신청 워크숍에 참여하세요.
이번 대면 워크숍에서는 자격 심사, 신청서 작성, 후속 일정 안내 등 다양한 이민 관련 지원 서비스를 제공합니다.
사전 등록이 가능하며, 현장 접수도 환영합니다.
문자: “WORKSHOP” 을 (847)250-7348 번으로 보내세요.
이메일 문의: IMMIGRATION@HANACENTER.ORG
장학금 수여 요건:
일리노이 거주
미디언 인컴
가계 인컴 증빙 서류 (최근 세금 보고)
신청서 대행 서비스 비용:
시민권 신청 $50
다카 갱신 신청 $10
📄 다카 갱신 ($605 학금 신청시** 비용 지원)
준비서류:
노동허가 카드
운전면허증 또는 주정부 아이디
해당될 경우:
여행허가서
법원판결문
필요한 정보:
소셜번호
최근 2년 동안의 거주지 정보
해외여행 정보
📄 시민권($760 장학금 신청시** 비용 지원)
준비서류:
영주권 카드
운전면허증 또는 주 정부 아이디
여권
해당될 경우:
결혼 또는 이혼 서류
법원 판결문
기타 요청 서류
필요한 정보:
소셜번호
최근 5년 간의 직장, 해외여행, 거주지 주소 정보 및
자녀 (18세 이하) 이름과 생년월일
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[English] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR
![[한국어] 온라인 이민자 권리 & 이민 정책 업데이트 워크숍](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5875348bd1758e5591cdd691/1753300944849-UPMTHFU7VC6AUX1MZI82/KYR+Workshop+%28300+x+150+px%29_KOR.png)
[한국어] 온라인 이민자 권리 & 이민 정책 업데이트 워크숍
이민자 권리 알기 교육 및 이민 정책 업데이트 워크숍에 참여하세요. 이 워크숍에서는 헌법상 기본권, ICE 또는 경찰과 마주쳤을때 대처하는 방법, 이민 정책에 대한 최신 업데이트를 제공할 예정입니다.
등록하기: bit.ly/HANAKYR
[한국어] 무료 재산세 워크숍 - 대면
쿡 카운티 재산세 2차 납부 고지서가 8~9월 중 발송될 예정입니다! 하나센터 주택 상담사가 진행하는 무료 재산세 워크숍 오셔서 주택 소유자를 위한 재산세 혜택에 대해 자세히 알아 보세요. 워크숍에서 재산세 감면 (exemptions), 재산세 항소 (appeals), 재산세 지원, 그리고 재산세 압류 방지 관련 주제를 다룹니다. 하나센터의 HUD 공인 주택 상담사가 워크숍 현장에서 주택 소유자 혜택 사전 심사를 무료로 진행해 드립니다.
사전 등록 필수

Rental Assistance Informational Workshop (Monthly)
Are you behind on your rent payments and looking for resources to help?
Join our monthly Rental Assistance Informational Workshop to learn about available programs and resources. *Note: This workshop is informational ONLY and does not lead to direct financial assistance.
Online via Zoom (English)
Register: bit.ly/hana-rental-info
[English/한국어] Property Tax Workshop - Online
Cook County Property Taxes 2nd installment bill are expected to arrive sometime in August - September! Join HANA to learn about the different discounts available for homeowners, property tax appeals, Cook County property tax assistance programs, and preventing property tax sales due to past due property taxes. HUD-Certified Housing Counselors will be present at the workshop to screen homeowners for eligible benefits.
Registration is required.
August Monthly Membership Meeting
Join us to get updates on the Budget Reconciliation Bill and what it means for our communities. RSVP
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[English] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR

무료 푸드스탬프(SNAP) 설명회
하나센터에서 다양한 공공복지 프로그램에 대한 설명회를 엽니다. 특히 온라인 스냅 스마트폰 앱 사용법에 대해 궁금하신 분들은 이 스냅 설명회에 꼭 참석해 주세요!
장소: 하나센터 북서부 센터 (664 N Milwaukee Ave, Suite 213, Prospect Heights, IL 60070)
사전등록하기: https://forms.gle/P8ZEqXGY4xD2bjK3A
전화문의: 773-583-5501

13th Annual Global Action Day of Justice
HANA is co-sponsoring KAN-WIN's 13th Annual Global Action Day of Justice in downtown Chicago for a demonstration uplifting "comfort women" survivors and demanding justice for victims of sexual violence everywhere. We will honor survivors through testimony, performance, and sitting in solidarity with the Statue of Peace, or sonyeosang.
Together, we carry on the pursuit of justice and healing for all.
🗓️ Wednesday, August 13 @ 12 p.m.
📍 The Wrigley Building — 400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
🔗 Registration required for attendees, volunteers, and/or co-sponsors at bit.ly/CWJUSTICE25
💌 Contact: outreach.edu@kanwin.org

무료 공공복지 설명회
하나센터에서 다양한 공공복지 프로그램에 대한 설명회를 엽니다. 메디케어, 메디케이드, 푸드스탬프(SNAP), 에너지 보조금, 무료/할인 버스패스 신청 등에 대해 궁금하셨던 분들께 유익한 시간이 될 것입니다.
장소: 하나센터 북서부 센터 (664 N Milwaukee Ave, Suite 213, Prospect Heights, IL 60070)
사전등록하기: https://forms.gle/P8ZEqXGY4xD2bjK3A
전화문의: 773-583-5501
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[Spanish] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR
![[한국어] 온라인 이민자 권리 & 이민 정책 업데이트 워크숍](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5875348bd1758e5591cdd691/1753300944849-UPMTHFU7VC6AUX1MZI82/KYR+Workshop+%28300+x+150+px%29_KOR.png)
[한국어] 온라인 이민자 권리 & 이민 정책 업데이트 워크숍
Please join us for our weekly, virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: https://forms.gle/BDDJ397pXXekfogQ8

Rental Assistance Informational Workshop (Monthly)
Are you behind on your rent payments and looking for resources to help?
Join our monthly Rental Assistance Informational Workshop to learn about available programs and resources. *Note: This workshop is informational ONLY and does not lead to direct financial assistance.
Online via Zoom (English)
Register: bit.ly/hana-rental-info

AAPI Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership Series
Join us for a conversation with our Executive Director, Danae Kovac, and Nissa Rhee, Cofounder & Executive Director of Borderless Magazine on July 24 @ 4:30-6:30 p.m. at HANA Chicago Center.
This conversation is the second part of the AAPI Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership Series, which was created to highlight the important community work that is being done in Chicago, and the new leaders that are leading this work.
Register: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/aapi-leadership-072425
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[English] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR
Last Day to Register for Citizenship Classes
Our free citizenship classes help community members prepare for their citizenship test. Many participants have successfully passed their citizenship test after taking this course.
Korean/English Class: Wednesdays @ 6:30-9 p.m. via Zoom
Spanish/English Class: Tuesdays @ 1:30-4 p.m. at HANA Chicago Center
Stay tuned on our website and social media for updates! Questions? Contact Sunyoung Pierce at spierce@hanacenter.org.

Members Congress
HANA’s 2025 Members Congress, a special gathering of members from all HANA programs and communities, is coming soon!
This annual event is a chance to celebrate our collective accomplishments, build deeper relationships with one another, and come together as one HANA community. Whether you’re new to HANA or have been involved for years, this is your space to connect, reflect, and shape the future of our shared work. RSVP
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[English & Spanish] Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly, virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR
Last Day to Register for Online Korean Classes
Join our summer Korean classes! Three levels will be provided: Beginner I, Intermediate I, and Advanced I. Beginner I is designed for those who don’t know Hangeul.
Registration link will be available on June 30, 2025.
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[Spanish] Online Know Your Rights & Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly, virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: bit.ly/HANAKYR
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[Online] Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly, virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: https://forms.gle/BDDJ397pXXekfogQ8

Community Resource Fair at Drake Garden
HANA Center's Community Wellness program is joining the 17th District Council, 33rd Ward Alderman office, and other community organizations to share community resources at Drake Gardens in Albany Park. Join us to enjoy the beautiful community garden and learn more about what kind of resources are available in our Albany Park neighborhood.
No pre-registration required
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[Online] Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates Workshop
Please join us for our weekly, virtual Know Your Rights and Immigration Updates workshop. In this workshop we will discuss what your legal, constitutional rights are, how to interact with ICE or police, and we will provide the latest updates in immigration policy.
Register: https://forms.gle/BDDJ397pXXekfogQ8

IlGwaNoRi Open House
Join us for a night of Korean drumming and community at the IlGwaNoRi Open House! IlGwaNoRi(IGNR), which means 'Work and Play(일과놀이)' in Korean, is an adult Pungmul group hosted by HANA Center. IGNR provides a welcoming and safe space for Korean Americans of different generations and Korean adoptees to come together, learn, and play Pungmul(Korean drumming) as a community.
RVSP: bit.ly/HANAIGNR

MODU Gala
Join us at HANA Center's 2025 MODU Gala on Friday, June 6 at Chateau Ritz!
This year, we'll come together to honor community leaders, supporters, and other incredible advocates who make a difference in our communities.
Visit hanacenter.org/gala-2025 to buy your early bird ticket today!