Events

Decolonizing Data and Language – Mar 23

The virtual workshop is offered by the Erikson Institute and focuses on how labels and deficit language dehumanizes individuals and communities, deflects from the structural racism and contradicts our advocacy efforts. The workshop will be held Tuesday, March 23, 10...

Reframing Human Services Training in Peoria

This month, the Human Services Collaborative convened an in person training on Reframing Human Services for human service professionals in the Peoria area. Lauren Wright and Adela Carlin from Illinois partners were invited to share research based strategies and real...

PODER Opens New Workforce Center in Chicago

Congratulations to IL Partners Board member Griselda Piedra and the entire PODER team for the grand opening of the new headquarters on the southwest side of Chicago. The new center opened in January and has already partnered with the Southwest Organizing Project...

Health and Human Service Coalition of Illinois Hosts Virtual Advocacy Event

Thank you to the more than 450 providers and advocates who registered for our third annual Health and Human Service Advocacy event! We heard from community leaders, advocates, and our legislators about the ways in which we plan to support and invest in the health and...

Response to Governor Pritzker’s FY24 Budget Address

Illinois Partners for Human Service: Statement on Governor Pritzker’s FY24 Budget Address CHICAGO, IL -- In response to today’s Budget Address, Illinois Partners for Human Service recognizes and appreciates the priorities outlined in this budget for the health and...

Register for Our Upcoming Webinar on the FY24 Proposed Budget

Join Illinois Partners for Human Service and the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability (CTBA) for a webinar focused on the Illinois State Budget, featuring CTBA Associate Director of Budget and Policy, Allison Flanagan. We will discuss the Governor's Proposed FY24...

Illinois Partners 2023 Policy and Advocacy Agenda

Illinois Partners will continue to prioritize support for and investment in the workforce in our 2023 Policy and Advocacy Agenda. We will be seeking appropriations for the Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program, in partnership with ICOY, as well as...

AMPT Executive Coaching Cohort – Feb 2

AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits is accepting applications for the 2023 Executive Coaching Cohort to assist Chicagoland nonprofit leaders in navigating challenges and dilemmas as they continue to build the capacity of their organizations. Register for the info session on...

Illinois General Assembly Passes the Paid Leave for All Workers Act

More than 1 million workers in Illinois do not have access to paid sick days. As a result, workers risk losing much needed income or jobs if they take time off because they are sick or need to care for a family member. Shriver Center and Women Employed championed a...

Save the Date: Virtual Advocacy Event – Feb 10

Please join us for a Virtual Advocacy Event highlighting the ongoing need to prioritize investment in our Health and Human Services Workforce in order to build and sustain community well-being across Illinois. Save the Date: The Health and Human Services Coalition...