Nonprofit

Erasing the Distance


  • About Us

    Erasing the Distance (ETD) is a nonprofit arts organization based in Chicago, IL that uses true stories and the power of performance to disarm stigma, spark dialogue, educate, and promote healing around mental health. The core program areas include, live and virtual storytelling events, community awareness programs, ongoing digital campaigns, workshops, and training sessions.

    CORE VALUES

    • Compassion: For others and for ourselves
    • Curiosity: About the world around us and experiences we haven’t lived.
    • Communication: dedicated to openness, vulnerability, and kindness
    • Accessibility: to ensure healing stories reach as many people as possible.
    • Inclusivity: equality and mutual respect for every individual’s experience.

    Erasing the Distance (ETD) is a nonprofit arts organization based in Chicago, IL that uses true stories and the power of performance to disarm stigma, spark dialogue, educate, and promote healing around mental health. The core program areas include, live and virtual storytelling events, community awareness programs, ongoing digital campaigns, workshops, and training sessions.

    CORE VALUES

    • Compassion: For others and for ourselves
    • Curiosity: About the world around us and experiences we haven’t lived.
    • Communication: dedicated to openness, vulnerability, and kindness
    • Accessibility: to ensure healing stories reach as many people as possible.
    • Inclusivity: equality and mutual respect for every individual’s experience.

    Issue Areas Include

    Location

    • 1821 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
      Suite 205
    Illustration

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