Joli Robinson will lead the community center, which helps lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people in Chicago.
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Robinson joined ABC7 Chicago Tuesday to talk about her vision.
She's been CEO since January, and is the first woman to lead the Center.
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The Center is also having a Human First Gala on Saturday at The Geraghty, located at 2520 S. Hoyne Ave.
Donald M. Bell, a longtime LGBTQ+ activist and advocate for seniors, will be honored with the Human First award.
A general ticket is $350 and a VIP ticket is $500.
To find out more, visit www.centeronhalsted.org.