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Join Us for a Panel of Courageous Journalists – Oct 21
With policy shifting quickly at every level of government it’s critical to share stories that connect policy decisions to local impact. read more…
IDoA Conference: Framing the Future – Oct 15-16
The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is hosting a free conference for the Aging Network.
New Resource Hub for LGBTQIA+ Community: IL Pride Connect
The State of Illinois launched a new resource hub and legal hotline that expands access to legal information and support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Caritas and HSS Unite to Expand Services Across Southern Illinois
Caritas Family Solutions and Human Support Services (HSS) announced that they will be merging, uniting their missions and programs under the Caritas Family Solutions umbrella to better serve communities across Southern Illinois and the Metro East. 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…
Honoring Rep. LaPointe and Governor J.B. Pritzker at the Lutherans Unite Event
Earlier this month, our Executive Director, Lauren Wright, joined partners at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois for the Lutherans Unite event.
Left to right: Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, Grace Araya, Mark Stutrud, Blanca Campos, Andi Durbin, Lauren Wright, Governor J.B. Pritzker, and Mike Bertrand.
Report: Federal Changes, Community Consequences
This year, Illinois Partners is releasing a series of surveys and short-form quarterly reports to shed light on how changes in federal funding and policies are affecting community-based health and human service provision in Illinois. read more…
IL Partners joins IPHCA and the CBHA for a Policy Learning Event
Earlier this month, our Director of Advocacy & Workforce Initiatives joined Tyler Smith at CBHA (Community Behavioral Health Association) and Cyrus Winnett at IPHCA (Illinois Primary Health Care Association) for the Behavioral Health-Primary Care Collaborative Learning Event. read more…
National Alliance to End Homelessness Virtual Capitol Hill Day – Sep 17
Join advocates across the country in calling for robust federal investments in Housing First, Harm Reduction, and the programs that make supportive housing possible. read more…
Join the Living Wages, Thriving Communities Strategy Committee!
Are you a worker at a community-based human service organization in Illinois? Do you want to see wages for human service sector workers increase read more…
