Join Literacy Works for this free training on how we can design and share information through accessible communications. This 75-minute training will share how neurodivergence can impact information processing and how we can tailor our language to reach as many people...
Events
Invitations and links to upcoming human service related virtual and in-person happenings around the state.
From Front Door to Main Street: Advancing Livable Communities – Sep 17
The 5th Annual Aging Summit brings people together to imagine and build vibrant, inclusive, age and disability‑friendly places that support well-being, belonging, and joy throughout the lifespan. We envision a future where people of all ages and abilities can remain...
Virtual Training: Advocacy and Lobbying Rules for Operating Nonprofits – Oct 1
Join Forefront for this free training on advocacy rules for operating nonprofits presented in partnership with C3 Legal. At this 90-minute virtual event, nonprofit leaders, staff, board members and volunteers are invited to learn more about the rules for engagement in...
Join Us for Our Advocacy Training Series This Fall
Now more than ever, Human Service professionals need practical skills and tools to advocate for policies that strengthen our communities. Join this virtual training to better understand the legislative process in Illinois, and how your voice - and your organizations -...
From Front Door to Main Street: Advancing Livable Communities – Sep 17
Age Guide invites you to join this year’s annual Aging Summit to imagine and build vibrant, inclusive, age and disability‑friendly places that support well-being, belonging, and joy throughout the lifespan. Join in engaging conversations on creating livable and...
The Illinois Association of Free & Charitable Clinics Conference – Oct 5
The IAFCC’s Annual Conference brings together clinic leaders, staff, volunteers, advocates, and partners to address emerging challenges, align around shared goals, and strengthen healthcare access for uninsured and underinsured communities across Illinois. Featured...
Coming Soon: Building Power in Human Services: Advocacy in Action!
Join us this fall for our next training on Building Power in Human Services: Advocacy in Action. This four-part training series will share an introduction to advocacy, strategies and tips for developing your advocacy plan, and lessons from experienced Illinois...
Illinois’ Rural Health Transformation Program Behavioral Health Listening Sessions – Aug 5 & 6
The Community Behavioral Health Association (CBHA) of Illinois is hosting two listening sessions focused on upcoming funding opportunities under the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program. The program is from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the...
Community Block Party & Supportive Housing Week – Aug 28
Housing Forward, in partnership with the Village of Broadview, invites you to celebrate Supportive Housing Week at the Community Block Party. This free, family-friendly event will bring together local community members while raising awareness of our efforts to prevent...
FY27 State Budget Webinar – Jul 14
We'll be taking a deeper dive into implementation and what comes next during our upcoming state budget webinar The webinar, featuring the Health and Human Service Coalition of Illinois, the Responsible Budget Coalition, and the Illinois Revenue Alliance, will discuss...