Diverse Communities United: A Better World Is Possible
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Diverse Communities United: A Better World Is Possible

By Youth & Opportunity United

Overview

Join us for DCU 2026 — a youth-led celebration honoring Dr. King with performances and art that imagine a brighter future.

Diverse Communities United (DCU) is Y.O.U.’s annual youth-led celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year, young people across Evanston come together to share powerful performances, original artwork, and reflections inspired by our 2026 theme: A Better World Is Possible.

This event is a chance to witness the creativity, courage, and voices of youth as they imagine a brighter, more just future for our community.

What to Expect:

  • Performances by Y.O.U. youth (spoken word, music, dance, storytelling)
  • A curated youth art exhibit connected to this year’s DCU theme
  • Community gathering with families, caregivers, neighbors, and partners
  • A short program highlighting the meaning of DCU and the impact of youth voice

Event Details:

  • Date: January 19, 2026
  • Time: 2:00–3:30 PM
  • Location: Former Second Church of Christ, Scientist
    2715 Hurd Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
  • Open to: Y.O.U. families and the Evanston community

Admission is free, and all are welcome to join in celebrating youth creativity, community strength, and Dr. King’s enduring legacy.

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Diverse Communities United (DCU) es la celebración anual dirigida por jóvenes de Y.O.U. para honrar la vida y el legado del Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Cada año, jóvenes de todo Evanston se reúnen para presentar actuaciones creativas, obras de arte originales y reflexiones inspiradas en nuestro tema de 2026: Un Mundo Mejor Es Posible.

Este evento es una oportunidad para presenciar la creatividad, valentía y voz de nuestra juventud mientras imagina un futuro más justo y brillante para nuestra comunidad.

Qué Esperar:

  • Presentaciones de jóvenes de Y.O.U. (poesía, música, danza, narración)
  • Una exhibición de arte juvenil inspirada en el tema de este año
  • Un espacio comunitario con familias, cuidadores, vecinos y aliados
  • Un programa breve que destaca el significado de DCU y el impacto de la voz juvenil

Detalles del Evento:

  • Fecha: 19 de enero de 2026
  • Hora: 2:00–3:30 PM
  • Lugar: Former Second Church of Christ, Scientist
    2715 Hurd Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
  • Abierto a: Familias de Y.O.U. y la comunidad de Evanston

La entrada es gratuita y todos están invitados a unirse para celebrar la creatividad de la juventud, la fortaleza de nuestra comunidad y el legado perdurable del Dr. King.







Category: Community, State

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • In person

Location

Second Church of Christ, Scientist

1567 Maple Avenue

Evanston, IL 60201

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Organized by

Youth & Opportunity United

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Free
Jan 19 · 2:00 PM CST