In 1994, a group of 12 brilliant Black women (Dr. Toni M. Bond Leonard, Reverend Alma Crawford, Evelyn S. Field, Terri James, Bisola Marignay, Cassandra McConnell, Cynthia Newbille, Lorretta Ross, Elizabeth Terry, ‘Able’ Mable Thomas, Winnette P. Willis, and Kim Youngblood), gathered in Chicago to respond to a problematic proposal on health care reform. They […]
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EverThrive IL is looking for individuals who can help us achieve our goals of reproductive justice and health equity for childbearing people, children, and families in Illinois. Serving as a board member provides a unique opportunity to put your passion for social causes into action by applying your experience and expertise to advance organizational impact. Our […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL’s Response to Governor Pritzker’s Budget Proposal
Last week, Governor JB Pritzker delivered a virtual State of the State and Budget Address to the 102nd General Assembly. EverThrive Illinois was pleased to hear the Governor’s continued leadership, investing in preserving and strengthening the healthcare safety net, supporting the health care workforce, and stabilizing the state fiscally. The Governor’s commitment to health equity is more critical than ever, as low-income and communities of color […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL’s 2022 Annual Benefit
We are excited for the return to an in-person 2022 Annual Benefit at City Winery scheduled for May 4, 2022. This year, at the Annual Benefit, we will proudly honor Brenda Blasingame, Program Officer for Pritzker Family Foundation’s Children’s Initiative as our 2022 Change Maker Award Recipient. As we look toward a healthier future, we hope you will join […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL Launches Understanding COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Campaign
This month, EverThrive IL is launching a COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Campaign to raise vaccine confidence for communities most impacted by the pandemic. The focus of the campaign is to activate parents, caregivers, pregnant or recently pregnant people, and community or spiritual leaders to understand COVID-19 and the importance of getting vaccinated. “We are committed to […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL Welcomes Tamela Milan – Alexander
We are excited to announce that Tamela Milan-Alexander will be joining our team as the Community Engagement Director. She’s joining us from Access Community Health Network where she worked in community outreach for ten years. She’s been working in the field for over 20 years and is a former board member. She is involved in […]
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