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Legal Council for Health Justice stands unwavering.

November 25, 2024

For many, the outcome of the election brings uncertainty, fear, and concern for the future. But in moments like these, Legal Council for Health Justice stands unwavering. Our organization was…

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Client Focus: Robbie’s Journey of Healing and Advocacy

November 22, 2024

Imagine being released from prison after 20 years of incarceration and immediately having to navigate a web of systems to obtain important documentation that proves your identity. Next, you could…

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Homelessness Awareness Month: A Call to Action for Health Justice

November 1, 2024

November is Homelessness Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the critical issue of homelessness and the complex challenges faced by those who experience it. At Legal Council, this…

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Giving Back: Making a Difference This Season

November 1, 2024

Supporting Legal Council As we enter the season of giving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can make a lasting impact in our communities. This year, we…

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School Board Elections: Candidates’ Stance on Special Education and Disability Issues

October 18, 2024

At the Legal Council, we see school board elections as opportunities to shape policies that directly affect students with disabilities. In partnership with Access Living, we asked this year’s candidates for school board about their stances on special education and disability-related issues.

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365 Days of Purpose: Reflecting on One Year of Leadership

September 30, 2024

As I approach my one-year anniversary as Executive Director of Legal Council for Health Justice, it seems natural to reflect on the incredible work we’ve accomplished together. This past year…

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Navigating Medicaid Unwinding: Successes and Advocacy in Illinois

September 26, 2024

Experts feared that hundreds of thousands of Illinois residents could wrongly lose healthcare coverage during the unwinding; however, new data shows that Illinois had one of the lowest disenrollment rates in the country.

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Supporter Spotlight: Ed Jeske and John Hern

August 30, 2024

Each year, John and Ed raise thousands of dollars to enable people living with or at-risk of HIV to live their fullest, happiest, healthiest lives.

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Celebrating Health Justice Champions: Legal Council’s 2024 Summer Soirée Awardees

July 30, 2024

Legal Council’s annual Summer Soirée is not just a party—it’s our opportunity to recognize and celebrate health justice champions in our community. This year, we honor Dr. Renslow Sherer, Susan Agrawal, and Art Johnston and Pepe Peña.

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