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For media inquiries, contact Dawn Raftery at dawnraftery@povertylaw.org. See our most recent press releases below.

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We will continue to fight for immigrant families in Illinois and across the country.

Abolishing money bond will allow thousands of people to stay in their communities while awaiting trial.

Historic criminal justice legislation moves to governor's desk, other economic measures advance racial justice

Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.

Statement from Audra Wilson, President & CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law

The Shriver Center advocacy efforts will amplify the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus agenda as well as key issues facing our communities.

Despite the challenges ahead, change is possible.

Recommendations to the Illinois Department of Public Health