EverThrive IL stands in solidarity with immigrant communities across the country. We are committed to justice, anti-racism, and human dignity. We stand firmly against the use of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids and the cruel policy of family separation. These actions are in direct violation of fundamental human rights and have caused irreparable harm […]
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EverThrive IL is seeking professionals with expertise in: Commitment: 1-year term (with the option to renew indefinitely) Be a part of a mission-driven network. Your expertise can make a lasting impact. Contact Vanessa Jones at vjones@everthriveil.org for more details.
Continue ReadingBuilding Systems of Care With Family Connects Alignment Boards
Recently, our Birth Equity team hosted our Family Connects Community Alignment Boards (CABs): Region C (far South side), Region D (South side), and Region E (North side). These meetings serve as a space to provide updates about the program, receive updates from the CAB, and facilitate discussions around broader system improvements for Chicago families. At […]
Continue ReadingInterview With Chicago Abortion Fund’s Alicia Hurtado
Recently, Jordyn Hester, EverThrive IL’s Communications Manager, interviewed Chicago Abortion Fund’s Director of Advocacy and Communications, Alicia Hurtado, for a Q&A interview. The Chicago Abortion Fund is a non-profit organization that advocates for reproductive autonomy by providing support to people seeking abortions and working toward political and cultural change. With this Q&A, we wanted to […]
Continue ReadingDefending Health Equity & Hope During Difficult Times
As you may know by now, the Big Beautiful Bill, which includes the largest cuts to Medicaid and SNAP in history, has passed on party lines in Congress and been signed by the President. This law will significantly worsen health disparities by limiting access to affordable care, slashing funding for community health programs, and rolling […]
Continue ReadingAdvocating to Improve the Health of all Illinois Families
Last month, the Illinois General Assembly ended the 2025 legislative session. For over 25 years, EverThrive Illinois has advocated to advance our shared priorities of eliminating racial and gender disparities in healthcare, promoting bodily autonomy, and creating a health care system that is deserving of trust from those most affected by injustices. EverThrive Illinois applauds […]
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