Community Advocates of Northern Indiana (CANI) was excited to partner with The Aliveness Project NWI, Inc. to host an educational session with their Thrive Group, a support group for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The presentation, led by CANI’s Outreach Director Nicole Otis, focused on the connection between smoking and kidney disease and the unique health considerations faced by this community. As a nonprofit dedicated to advancing health equity and empowering residents

On August 9, 2024, CANI partnered with the Gary Community School Corporation (GCSC) to bring an energetic and refreshing start to the new school year. As educators prepared to launch a new school year, CANI was invited to host two sessions centered around mental health, wellness, and cancer prevention. We were honored to welcome two experts from the University of Chicago: Dr. Emma Brett, a Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience