The Coalition on Urban Girls – Chicago (formerly the Southside Coalition on Urban Girls) was founded on March 17, 2010 (as the South Side Coalition on Urban Girls) by Demoiselle 2 Femme, NFP in response to the “Status of Girls in Illinois Report” (Released: September 10, 2009). Transitioned to CUG in 2017 and launched at the University of Chicago, School of Social Service Administration on International Day of the Girl, October 11, 2018. CUG is an alliance of individuals, agencies and organizations with the mission to advocate for gender equity and improve the health, safety and wellness of ALL girls who reside in Chicago.