Learn how to craft and pitch effective op-eds to advance policy change! This free webinar will focus on clear messaging, audience awareness, and using your unique voice. The webinar will also cover strategies for pitching an op-ed to media outlets to reach the...
Events
Invitations and links to upcoming human service related virtual and in-person happenings around the state.
Webinar: Access to Medicare for People Leaving Incarceration
A growing number of older adults are incarcerated, meaning that Medicare is increasingly a health coverage option to consider when advising people at reentry. This webinar will provide reentry navigators, legal service providers, and aging advocates with information...
Dignity Dash (charity event) – Aug 17
Brave Space Alliance’s first ever charity 5K centers the lives and legacies of transgender and gender nonconforming individuals and invites you to become allies and fellow advocates in the fight for trans liberation and community driven change. This event is...
Register for FY26 State Budget Review Webinar – Jun 26
Join Illinois Partners, the Responsible Budget Coalition, and the Health and Human Service Coalition of Illinois for a webinar reviewing the FY26 State Budget. We will discuss what's happening at the federal level in the budget reconciliation process, the FY26 state...
Protecting Illinois Families: The Fight Against SNAP & Medicaid Cuts – May 29
Join the Greater Chicago Food Depository for the virtual event: “Protecting Illinois Families: The Fight Against SNAP & Medicaid Cuts.” Submit proposals before June 2nd for Chicago Department of Family and Support Services grants in workforce development. To...
Career Connector Hiring Event at South Suburban College – Jun 26
Hosted by The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership and E&ES, this hiring event includes employers in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Transportation, Education, Childcare, Hospitality & more! Because this is a hiring event, attendees are encouraged to bring...
The Network: LGBTQIA+ Peer Support Group – May 28, Jun 25
The LGBTQIA+ peer support group offers a welcoming and confidential environment for individuals to share their personal and professional experiences of identifying as LGBTQIA+ while working in today’s climate. Topics explored will include challenges, celebrate...
Advancing Racial Equity in Our Sector – June Series
Join Illinois Partners for Advancing Racial Equity in Our Sector and in the Systems in Which We Advocate. This is a 4-part virtual training series that includes group discussions, breakout sessions, and presentations from experienced leaders. Learn more about our...
Listening Session with Illinois Poverty Commission – May 30
Illinois Partners for Human Service represents our coalition in the Illinois Poverty Commission, specifically leading the Pillar 5 subcommittee tasked with supporting trusted community-based providers in the elimination of deep poverty in Illinois. In this role, we...
Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium – May 1
The National Council on Aging is hosting the annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium. Registration is free and includes a full day of sessions on how to best meet the mental health needs of older adults. In partnership with Rush University’s E4 Center...