All your need-to-know policy and advocacy updates for Illinois human services.
Our Executive Director Lauren Wright and Executive Director of Citizen Action Anusha Thotakura recently co-authored an Op-Ed in partnership with the Illinois Network for Pretrial Justice calling on Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to stand strong...
We know many providers and partners are navigating a period of heightened uncertainty and stress as federal actions continue to shift quickly. In recent weeks, the tragic killings of protesters in Minnesota during demonstrations related to ICE activity have...
We’re proud to announce the three primary policies that the Living Wages, Thriving Communities (LWTC) Campaign will be advocating for in the FY27 budget: Human Service Workforce Sustainability Act (HB4450 / SB2883) Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program -...
Join the LWTC Campaign as we call on the state to invest in the workers who provide life-saving human services across Illinois. At the press conference, hear directly from chief sponsors of LWTC legislation and leaders at human service organizations about why fair...
SNAP rules are changing on February 1, 2026, and the Illinois Commission to End Hunger has created ready-to-use outreach materials to help inform Illinoisans about what to expect. Partners are encouraged to share these resources widely to keep communities connected to...
DuPage Federation developed an interactive self-paced training course for early childhood providers who are interested in learning the basics of public benefits. In particularly, the course covers Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and...
Please join us in thanking individuals who are retiring or taking a break for their dedicated leadership, and in welcoming those stepping into new roles. Rhea Yap was named Executive Director of Chinese Mutual Aid Association, after serving as Interim Executive...
This month the Illinois Department on Aging released EngAging Illinois: A Comprehensive Plan for Living Well. The multisector plan sets a decade-long roadmap to support older adults and caregivers across the state. The plan focuses on creating livable and connected...
To our coalition partners, Today we’re sharing our Quarter 2 report, Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty, the latest in our Federal Changes, Community Consequences series. The data in this report reflects a sector still in limbo. Providers navigating uncertainty in...
Our offices will be closed from Monday, December 22nd, through Friday, January 2nd. See you in 2026!