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Leadership Transitions in Our Sector
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. read more…
Illinois Launches EngAging Illinois: A Bold, Age-Friendly Vision for the State
This month the Illinois Department on Aging released EngAging Illinois: A Comprehensive Plan for Living Well.
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Invisible Consequences: How Federal Policy Shapes Economic Security for Older Adults – Jan 28
This free workshop, hosted by the American Society on Aging, explores how legislative changes impact older adults. read more…
Quarter 2 Report: Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty
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. read more…
Illinois Partners Closed for the Holidays
Our offices will be closed from Monday, December 22nd, through Friday, January 2nd. See you in 2026!

End of Year Letter from Our Executive Director
Dear Coalition Partners,
As the year wraps up, I want to say this plainly: this has been a hard year. read more…
End of Year Policy Resources
As the year closes, we wanted to share some resources to help you start strong in 2026. read more…
Introducing the Living Wages, Thriving Communities Legislative Champions for 2026!
The Living Wages, Thriving Communities campaign is so excited to announce our legislative champions for the 2026 session!

Building Power in Human Services: Advocacy in Action – Starts Jan 12
To help prepare for the legislative session, Illinois Partners is offering a four-part advocacy training series this January.

Apply for the Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program!
Do you have student loan debt? Have you worked at a community-based organization that provides human services in Illinois for 2 years or more? read more…
