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New Resource: Early Childhood Immigration Toolkit from Start Early
Start Early released a new Illinois-focused toolkit to help early care and learning programs prepare for immigration enforcement activities. The toolkit includes checklists, sample policies, and practical resources, available in both English and Spanish, to help programs train and support staff and families in the event of interactions with immigration enforcement. View the toolkit here.
Advancing DEI and Accessibility in a Time of Uncertainty: What Employers Need to Know
This month Legal Defense Fund, the National Women’s Law Center, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, Democracy Forward, LatinoJustice, and Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law issued a new resource for employers regarding the federal administration’s attacks on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. See the full resource here.
The Diverse Elders Coalition – HR 1 Implementation Fact Sheet
This fact sheet outlines consequential provisions, including an estimated $792 billion cut to Medicaid and $290 billion in reductions to SNAP, new eligibility restrictions, and a detailed timeline of when each provision takes effect to help advocates and community organizations prepare for implementation. Read the fact sheet here.
Navigating the Maze: Challenges in Healthcare Career Advancement
This new report from Women Employed explores career pathways of workers, with a focus on Women of Color, starting in entry-level, low-wage roles. The research highlights barriers to long-term economic mobility and offers insights from healthcare employers, educators, and workforce development specialists. Read the report here.
Care Can’t Wait: Prioritizing Our Public Dollars for Illinois’ Families to Live, Age, and Work with Dignity
This new report reveals that decades of underinvestment and inequitable budget decisions have left Illinois families struggling with the high costs of care. Read the report here.
November is National Caregivers Month
While many events honoring our caregivers and educating the community about the importance of supporting caregivers have passed, there is never a wrong time to engage and advocate. Visit the national website for the Caregiver Action Network and the website for the Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition to learn more about supporting caregivers.
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