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Join us in Springfield for Small Group Advocacy Dayl
This session many coalition partners traveled to Springfield and made a strong case for why investing in the human services workforce is essential to the well-being of our communities.
ILCHWA Virtual Tea Time Training – May 13
The Illinois Community Health Workers Association (ILCHWA) hosts virtual training focused on public benefits. read more…
Tawazun: Arab American Mental Health Conference – May 15
This conference brings together professionals and leaders working in behavioral health, healthcare, education, workplace wellness, and community organizations to improve outcomes for Arab American and Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) communities. read more…
A Special Shout-out and Thank You
Illinois Partners would like to say a special thank you to the following coalition partners who allowed us to interview them for the next installment of our Federal Changes, Community Consequences research series.
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…
Responding to Federal Threats to the Sector: New Op-Ed and Civic Federation Panel
Illinois Partners Executive Director Lauren Wright was recently featured in a joint Chicago Tribune op-ed with Anne Larsen VanderWeele of CACE and Monique B. Jones of Forefront.
Left to right: Emily Sweet, Kristen Vogen, Lauren Wright, and Mark Ishaug,
Recap: Illinois Partners in Springfield!
It has been a busy month in Springfield, with House deadline week last week and a great deal of work happening behind the scenes to keep our legislative agenda moving.
Left to right: Lauren Wright, Lacee Winfield, Sebastian Wong, Holly Ambuehl, Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, Carrie Ward, and Sheryl Holman.
Living Wages Thriving Communities Press Conference Highlights
On February 26, 2026, frontline human service workers, organizational leaders, advocates and state legislators joined together in Springfield for a press conference to spotlight the key priorities of the Living Wages, Thriving Communities Campaign.
Reclaiming Our Love Conference – May 28-29
Registration is now open for the Reclaiming Our Love: Social Justice & Domestic Violence Conference. read more…
Racial Equity Leaders Lunch: Strengthening Our Democracy – May 11
Join Forefront and Racial Equity Leaders from across Illinois and the nation for a discussion on “Strengthening Our Democracy.” read more…
