Our Impact

Over our 50-year history, the Shriver Center has secured hundreds of law and policy victories with and for people living in poverty in Illinois. Building on these wins and our comprehensive view of poverty, we connect and train lawyers, community leaders, and activists nationwide to advance opportunity — for all, not just some.

Biden Administration Should Act Swiftly to Achieve Housing and Environmental Justice

HUD has failed for years to implement its own environmental regulations.

Immigrant Communities Prevail in Fight Against Public Charge Rule

A Shriver Center lawsuit has triggered invalidation of the Trump public charge rule.

Immigrant Communities

Health Coverage Now Available to Undocumented Seniors in Illinois

Get Care Illinois website provides information on new program in five languages.

For Economic and Racial Justice in Illinois: Our Legislative Agenda

The Shriver Center on Poverty Law champions these policies in this 2021 legislative session.

Illinois Makes History by Passing Sweeping Criminal Justice Reform Legislation, Including Abolishing Money Bond

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

Reentry

Illinois Makes Bold Progress in Addressing Systemic Injustice

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

Recommendations for the Biden-Harris Administration to Address Critical Economic and Racial Issues

Despite the challenges ahead, change is possible.

COVID-19 Vaccine Access Must Be Equitable

Recommendations to the Illinois Department of Public Health