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SUMMARY:2025 LGBTQ+ Advocacy Day
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URL:https://ilnow.org/event/2025-lgbtq-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:Illinois State Capital\, 401 S 2nd St\, Springfield\, IL\, 62707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy / Lobbying,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Day
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nMay 5th is MMIW Day\, a day to raise awareness for the widespread anger and sadness in First Nation communities because of the missing and murdered women and children in their communities. A red hand over the mouth has become the symbol of a growing movement toward awareness\, accountability\, and advocacy. The red hand represents the silence of the media\, law enforcement and government agencies on this issue\, as well as the oppression and subjugation of Native women throughout history. Join Native Communities on May 5th by wearing red and raising
URL:https://ilnow.org/event/missing-murdered-indigenous-women-mmiw-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Advocacy / Lobbying,Conference,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy For Women - Free Webinar
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URL:https://ilnow.org/event/789/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:IL Chapter Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Spring LEF and State Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact Susan at nowillinois@gmail.com to RSVP.
URL:https://ilnow.org/event/spring-lef-and-state-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:State Council Meeting
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SUMMARY:Midwest Pride: United in Community
DESCRIPTION:Join Center on Halsted for the inaugural Midwest Pride: United in Community\, a transformative convening designed to unite LGBTQ+ organizations\, leaders\, and advocates from across the Midwest. Over three days\, we’ll foster collaboration\, share knowledge\, and address the pressing challenges facing our communities today. This summit offers a unique opportunity to engage in professional development\, explore innovative solutions\, and build lasting networks for greater impact and resilience. \nEvent Highlights Include: \n\nEngaging panel discussions\, including “The State of the LGBTQ+ Union” and “2025 & Beyond: Strategies for Progress and Protection.”\nInteractive breakout sessions focused on fundraising\, advocacy\, DEI strategies\, leadership\, and more.\nAffinity spaces for meaningful connection and shared experiences.\nCommunity happy hours\, networking opportunities\, and a tour of the Legacy Project.\nA vibrant celebration of collaboration\, growth\, and resilience.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDates: April 17–19\, 2025\nLocation: Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL 60613\nCost: $350 per participant\nOpen TO: CEOs\, Directors\, Managers\, Coordinators\, College Students\, Allied Orgs\, Board Members\n\nBe part of this groundbreaking event as we come together to strengthen our networks\, amplify our impact\, and chart a brighter future for LGBTQ+ communities across the Midwest. \nRegistration opens February 3rd! \n\nFee$350 per participant
URL:https://ilnow.org/event/midwest-pride-united-in-community/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N Halsted St\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Partner Event
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