Chicago Sister Cities International

10/11/2026

10/08/2026

This Sunday, 12 of our sister city committees will cheer on thousands of runners from around the world in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. 🏃‍♂️‍➡️

Join us at one of our cheering stations on October 11th for one of Chicago's largest international events of the year!📣🥳

World Business Chicago

09/16/2026

Join the Galway Committee and Irish Community Services for this fun soccer event!

🌹⚽ The Soccer Shenanigans lineup keeps growing!

We’re delighted to welcome Fiona Gaffney, the 2026 Chicago Rose, as a special guest player.

Fiona will join us for an evening of friendly competition and community connection at this recreational, co-ed, 5-a-side tournament cohosted by Irish Community Services and the Chicago–Galway Sister Cities Committee.

Players of all skill levels are welcome. Register individually, ask to be placed on a team with friends, or sign up as a full team.

Come join Fiona and the rest of our players for some Support Through Sport!

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/soccer-event-october--2026

09/15/2026

Join the Shanghai and Osaka Social Services Committees of Chicago Sister Cities International for a free 3-hour conference on caring for aging populations in Chicago, Shanghai and Osaka next Tuesday, September 22nd from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Coffee and breakfast will be provided. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aging-in-three-cities-challenges-opportunities-innovations-tickets-1998989179447?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thank you to our conference sponsors - Northeastern Illinois University, Preferra Insurance Company RRG, and the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services.

About CSCI's Social Services Initiative:

Since 1996, CSCI has developed social services exchanges with nine of our 28 sister cities to address challenges faced by communities around the world. Issues such as child welfare, youth development, and services for aging populations transcend national borders, creating valuable opportunities for international collaboration and the exchange of best practices.

08/22/2026

07/08/2026

For the third consecutive year, the Durban Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), in partnership with the The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, will be hosting a free and open-to-the-public celebration in honor of Nelson Mandela International Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm!

This year’s Spirit of Nelson Mandela theme, “Making a Difference for Others: 67 minutes of service", is a global call to action encouraging people worldwide to dedicate 67 minutes of their time to community service and public good. The initiative honors Nelson Mandela, representing the 67 years he spent fighting for social justice, equality, and human rights.

Tabling organizations include:
Chicago Public Library
Chicago Commission on Human Relations
DFSS
Center for Conflict Resolution
Chicago Fire Department
SitStayRead
Chicago Park District
Chicago Department of Public Health
Illinois Department of Human Rights
Chicago Federation of Labor
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County
City Colleges of Chicago
Cook County Department of Human Rights and Ethics
Garfield Park Rite to Wellness Collaborative
Office of State Senator Mattie Hunter
Chicago Sister Cities International

Organizations will have hands-off CPR training, free smoke detectors, therapy dogs, and other resources and volunteer opportunities to share!

World Business Chicago

06/22/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR THE SPIRIT OF NELSON MANDELA 2026 YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST!📝

For the third consecutive year, the Durban Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), in partnership with the The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, will be hosting a free and open-to-the-public celebration in honor of Nelson Mandela International Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm!

This year’s Spirit of Nelson Mandela theme, “Making a Difference for Others: 67 minutes of service", is a global call to action encouraging people worldwide to dedicate 67 minutes of their time to community service and public good. The initiative honors Nelson Mandela, representing the 67 years he spent fighting for social justice, equality, and human rights. 🇿🇦

The event will include on site volunteer activations, a resource fair, live music, light bites and the presentation of our youth essay contest winners. To learn more or participate in our youth essay contest, visit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FCYclmUsReRpEhPvRyJ74cIl97e43F5p9BgLm98W9aQ/edit?usp=sharing

Essays are due at 11:59 pm CT on Sunday, June 28th.

06/17/2026

The 17th North American Lithuanian Folk Dance Festival is happening in our city of Chicago! We hope you can make it!

06/03/2026

For the third consecutive year, the Durban Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), in partnership with the The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, will be hosting a free and open-to-the-public celebration in honor of Nelson Mandela International Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm!

This year’s Spirit of Nelson Mandela theme, “Making a Difference for Others: 67 minutes of service", is a global call to action encouraging people worldwide to dedicate 67 minutes of their time to community service and public good. The initiative honors Nelson Mandela, representing the 67 years he spent fighting for social justice, equality, and human rights.

The event will include on site volunteer activations, a resource fair, live music, light bites and the presentation of our youth essay contest winners. To learn more or participate in our youth essay contest, visit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FCYclmUsReRpEhPvRyJ74cIl97e43F5p9BgLm98W9aQ/edit?usp=sharing