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Epidemics of Injustice Course – Jan
Epidemics of Injustice (EofI) is an annual, interdisciplinary public health course open to the public as a non-credit experience, free of charge. read more…
Racial Equity Collective Statewide Cohort
The Racial Equity Collective Cohort brings together regional leaders to build cross-sector partnerships that advance racial equity statewide. read more…
Funding Opportunity for Support Workforce Development
In the third round of the program, an additional $10 million in Job Training and Economic Development (JTED) program grants will address the economic impacts experienced by employers and individuals who are underemployed, unemployed, or underrepresented. read more…
Shriver Center to Sunset at the End of 2025
We are saddened to hear that our coalition partner Shriver Center on Poverty Law will be closing after more than 50 years. read more…
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…
Team Transitions at Illinois Partners
We are so grateful for the incredible leadership and heart of our team as we navigate an exciting season of transition.
The Illinois Partners Team. Left to Right: Evan Finamore, Lauren Wright, Jasmine Steele, Adela Carlin, Katherine Cavanaugh, Cosette Ayele, and Kate Fakhoury.
Updates from Veto Session and the Federal Shutdown
This year’s veto session was one of the most impactful in recent memory, and it moved several major issues that had been years in the making.
November Campaign Update
This month, the Living Wages, Thriving Communities campaign brought together state legislators, leaders of human service organizations and policy advocates for a Roundtable discussion about strategies and next steps to push our policies to the next level this upcoming legislative session.
Save Our SNAP: Deep Dive on Pending Changes for Benefits Enrollers
The Illinois Commission to End Hunger will be hosting a webinar series to dive deeper into the technical policy changes and implementation of the SNAP Program. read more…
Addressing Ageism Across Illinois: A Cross-Sector Conversation – Dec 5
The American Society on Aging Chicagoland Roundtable, hosted by RUSH, brings together Chicago area professionals in aging every other month to share and explore important topics related to aging. read more…
