The Chicago Black Professionals Social Network

The Chicago Black Professionals Social Network is a community of individuals 21 and over in the Chicago area who share a connection to and appreciation for ethnic heritages rooted in the African diaspora. Founded in 2001, the group has been sustained and handed down from dedicated members over the decades, making it one of the longest-standing professional and social communities of its kind in Chicago.

Our members represent a wide range of educational, professional, and social backgrounds, but we share a common goal: to come together for social networking, professional growth, and community building.

We strive to create an environment that fosters authentic connections, meaningful conversations, and a healthy exchange of ideas, enriching the personal and professional lives of our members. Our group values professionalism, respect, and a drama-free atmosphere where everyone feels welcome.

Please note: our events are intended for adults 21 and older, unless otherwise specified in the event description or comments.

Advertising: this is defined as one or more of the following criteria: 1) a business you have a direct financial interest in; 2) a service you deliver for money; 3) another Meetup group.

Any postings that fit the Advertiser's criteria should be messaged to the organizers of the group. Any messages of this nature not sent to an organizer first will be subject to the following:

1st time - Message deleted, first warning email
2nd time - Message deleted, final warning email
3rd time - Message deleted, membership deleted. Only email sent will be the removal notification.

Organizations that are 501(c)3 and have proper documentation are exempt from this policy and may post messages in the General Discussion forum. Marketing for volunteer/charity events is also generally exempt from this policy. Please get in touch with the Organizer before posting.