Voice of Change

Someone out there needs help, and someone else wants to give it.

A Chicago native discusses her hardships that she has turned into hope.

The Chicago play tells the story of a young man who is a victim of gun violence, and the impact it has on his loved ones.

The author is keeping is identity in the dark.

When one door closes, sometimes another really does open wide. One Chicagoan's life changed in an instant, twice, and she's using her experience to open doors for young people.

The idea of "traditional" nuclear families has evolved significantly since the 1950s. Changes in society have challenged old stereotypes in reality, but not always in people's minds. In tonight's Voice of Change, FOX 32's Terrence Lee sat down with a couple you might recognize who's helping break down negative stigmas around same-sex relationships. The Joseph's share their parenting journey with nearly three million followers on social media, opening hearts and minds. Now, the dads are sharing even more of their lives in a new book to get everyone talking openly.

Since the beginning of the school year, there have been countless fights, threats and even arrests and it's more than we've seen in recent years. It has left many people wondering what is going on? One agency in Chicago is saying we are witnessing symptoms of America's mental health crisis.

Promises were made publicly to produce more films from people of color, but a new report from the University of Southern California found those pledges to support inclusion were "performative acts." In this Voice of Change, Terrence Lee introduced us to one filmmaker who stopped waiting for Hollywood to change.

Most call Ella Jenkins the first lady of children's music and many call her a voice of change.

Whether it's the strum of Taylor Swift's guitar or the vocal acrobatics of Beyoncé, music's transformative power is undeniable. And with everything going on in the world, one Chicago musician wants us all to beat the blues with the blues.

Diversity, equity and inclusion policies have become a hot-button issue. And the departure of the White House's first-ever Chief Diversity Officer is only adding to the heated debate. In tonight's Voice of Change, Terrence Lee talked with experts about the backlash. DEI experts say yes, there are several valid critiques of the field, but most are cynical and naive.

BUILD Chicago has spent decades saving lives and mentoring young people who live in the city’s most challenged neighborhoods. Now, it is opening a new office in Humboldt Park, expanding the incredible work they do in the city.

Aisha Oliver, founder of Root2Fruit, talks about the inspiration behind her nonprofit and why it's important to build up youth from the Austin neighborhood.

Local musician Brother Jacob uses what he's learned about the power of blues and is spreading it to young people throughout Chicago. He believed we can use blues music to soothe our inner turmoil.

A new, first-of-its-kind study is raising concerns over the healthcare industry shifting away from using race to help diagnose and treat patients.

Lifeline Theatre in Rogers Park is showing its commitment to equity with its adaption workshop. Artist director Ilesa Duncan explains more on Good Day Chicago.

A high schooler for Chicago is taking her voice of change to the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. Danica Sun, student at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy say all hope is not lost, it's not too late to start taking care of the Earth.

EbonyJanice Moore, author of "All the Black Girls are Activists," talks about challenging toxic stereotypes that are perpetuated against Black women.