Affinity Groups
Help foster collaboration between Unitarian Universalist congregations in the greater Chicago area by joining in an online affinity group.

Chicago Area UU Affinity Groups
- Connect with local UU congregations
- Build and leverage partnerships and alliances
- Exchange Information and best practices
- Learn about and promote events, activities, and actions
You can request membership to any of these groups by clicking the link below while logged into your Google Account. If you have Gmail or make use of Google Drive, you already have a Google Account that you can use to access our affinity groups using Google Groups.
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CAUUC Affinity Groups
UU Advocacy Network Illinois – Action of the Week
Join this group to gain visibility to curated “Action of the Week” opportunities for legislative advocacy that are emailed by UUANI.
UU Young Adults Group
Join this group if you are a young adult and looking to connect with others in the Chicago Area.
UU Chicago Area Tech Team
This group discusses the application of technology to support ongoing congregational life.
Social and Environmental Justice
This group is for Chicago Area UUs interested in working together for justice.
Leadership and Board Development
This group promotes and supports the development of leaders for boards and committees. New and experienced leaders come together to share ideas, experiences, and best practices related to congregational leadership.
Religious Education and Faith Development
This group is for educators and others interested in lifespan (all ages) religious education and deepening and developing of your beliefs or faith.
Buildings and Grounds
This group is for those leaders and congregants involved in stewardship and management of church facilites and grounds.
Membership and Welcoming
This group is for leaders and congregants interested in growing and sustaining membership and ways to be a welcoming community.
Stewardship and Fundraising
This group is focused on stewardship and fundraising topics and resources.
Social Media and Advertising
This group is engaged in the application of social media technologies in support of communications with congregants and potential visitors.