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Latino Policy Forum

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The Latino Policy Forum envisions societal prosperity, unity and equity in our nation and in the global community.

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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 30/06/2026
Today’s Supreme Court ruling affirmed what we already knew: babies born in the United States are citizens by right. Read our full statement: latinopolicyforum.org/latino-policy…
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 19/06/2026
On Juneteenth in 1939, when she was 12, a white mob burned down Opal Lee's family home to remind them they were not free. Decades later, in her late 80s, she walked to D.C. to make it a national holiday. She reclaimed freedom for us all, and reminds us it's ours to uphold.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 05/06/2026
As we look ahead, know that the Latino Policy Forum will never stop working for Latinos and advocating for the policies and investments our community needs and deserves. View our updated 2026 Springfield Agenda to see what we won this legislative session and where our work continues: bit.ly/4vwDTn0
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 08/04/2026
Higher ed is not one-size-fits-all. Campuses from Chicago to Carbondale deserve the state resources they need to fulfill their missions and ensure their respective student bodies can thrive. AEF provides just that. Tell your legislators to support SB 13/ HB 1581 today! bit.ly/4m9bwI1
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 30/03/2026
We couldn’t let Women’s History Month pass without reflecting on the incredible impact women have had on our culture and our community. Before March is over we want to spotlight three powerful Latinas whose activism, art, and passion inspire us and make us proud.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 25/03/2026
A four-year degree should be accessible for all students! Tomorrow, 3/26, the IL House Higher Education Appropriation Committee will vote on HB 1581, a bill that would ensure every public university in Illinois is adequately funded. File a witness slip in support! bit.ly/il-aef
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 24/03/2026
URGENT ACTION ALERT! Homelessness is not a crime. HB 1429 would stop IL governments from fining or arresting people just for surviving. The hearing is tomorrow, so submit your witness slip today! www.votervoice.net/iframes/LPF/Camp…
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 17/03/2026
Today is Election Day! As you go to the polls, remember that the following resources are available: Info on how to register to vote: bit.ly/413s1LX For any voting questions or issues, call 866-687-8683 (EN) or 888-839-8682 (ES) Report any potential ICE sightings to ICIRR’s hotline at 855-435-7693
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 15/03/2026
We all have the power to shape our collective future. Check out our Election Center for everything you need to prepare for the upcoming election on March 17. Latinos have power and influence, but we must show up to the polls. Share this widely! bit.ly/413s1LX
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 13/03/2026
Early bird pricing for Latino Unity Day has been extended! Get your ticket before prices increase on 3/18. As the biggest Latino advocacy day in Illinois, this is our chance to come together and show our state the strength and unity of our community. Register here: bit.ly/4b2VRVv
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 12/03/2026
Check out our 2026 Springfield Agenda so you can be informed and ready to take action. bit.ly/4dp4nkm
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 12/03/2026
Friendly reminder: anyone can be an advocate! Whether you care about funding for a specific program, revenue proposals, or any issue in your community, it’s important to make your voice heard.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 12/03/2026
Our neighbors. Our communities. Our democracy. All worth protecting. Power belongs to the people. On March 28, Chicagoans will gather at Grant Park to speak up and take action together.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 10/03/2026
We must make earning a college degree in IL more affordable! Our students and the future of our state depends on it. The Adequate and Equitable Public University Funding Formula would address this crisis by providing sustainable funding for the public universities, and students, that need it most.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 07/03/2026
NO ONE SHOULD GO HUNGRY Refugees, asylees, survivors, and others in Illinois will soon lose SNAP benefits because of federal changes about who is eligible. IL's HB4831/SB3167 would expand our existing state program so these families don't go hungry. Take action: bit.ly/4afaMNl
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 06/03/2026
Early bird pricing for Latino Unity Day 2026 ends in 6 days! Latino Unity Day brings together hundreds of Latino leaders, allies, and advocates to connect, learn, and inspire change while celebrating the strength and unity of Latinos in Illinois. Join us: latinounityday.com/registration
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 26/02/2026
Registration for Latino Unity Day is now open! Join us on May 5–6 for the biggest Latino advocacy event in Illinois. Meet with fellow advocates working to uplift Latino families in Illinois and so much more. Let’s show up and show out for Latino unity! Register today: latinounityday.com
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 25/02/2026
Keep up the pressure! Congress could vote as soon as tonight on funding for DHS, tell them loud and clear: “Not a single dollar more for ICE and CBP!” Take action: www.votervoice.net/LPF/campaigns/13…
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 20/02/2026
Earlier today, we released our reaction to Governor Pritzker’s Proposed FY27 Budget. Read our full statement: latinopolicyforum.org/latino-policy…
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 17/02/2026
Re. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a transformational civil rights leader, passed away on February 17, 2026 at the age of 84. Rev. Jackson believed deeply in the power of collective action. For decades, he organized people across race, class, and gender to advance justice and equality for all.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 12/02/2026
Urgent action needed by 2/13: tell your member of Congress, “Not a single dollar more for ICE and CBP!” The violence must stop. Contact your member of Congress today and urge them to reject any additional funding for ICE and CBP. Take action here: latinopolicyforum.org/action-center/
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 11/02/2026
Our 2026 Springfield Agenda is out! This agenda outlines our legislative and budgetary priorities for building an Illinois where Latino and immigrant families are protected, supported, and valued. Read our 2026 Springfield Agenda: latinopolicyforum.org/publication/...
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 05/02/2026
February 5th is the first day for early voting! If you plan to vote by mail, be sure to build in enough time for USPS to postmark your ballot. This year, any ballot postmarked after Election Day (March 17) will not be accepted.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 27/01/2026
Students bear a heavy burden. @govpritzker.illinois.gov, without an adequate, equitable investment in higher ed, Illinois is pricing out its students. Support #SB13/HB1581 and show Illinois students what’s possible with accessible higher ed.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 22/01/2026
@govpritzker.illinois.gov, Illinois and its students deserve better! Invest in #HigherEdEquity and make sure every student can access and afford college. Prioritize college opportunity in FY27! #TransformILHigherEd
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 19/01/2026
On this MLK Day, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s leadership in the Chicago Freedom Movement with activists like Al Raby, and their fight against discrimination in housing that gave root to the Fair Housing Act.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 09/01/2026
Threatening funding for child care in order to advance a political agenda is an unnecessary and irresponsible move by the Trump administration. Read our full statement: bit.ly/454z9KJ
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 09/01/2026
Our hearts are with the family and friends of Renee Nicole Good, the family of Silverio Villegas González and all the people who have had to pick up the pieces of lives taken by the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration enforcement campaign. This must stop now.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 06/10/2025
We will not be silenced! President Trump’s plans to deploy the National Guard to Illinois is an attempt to intimidate us, create fear, and suppress our Constitutional right to protest. If you see ICE activity or know someone who was detained, contact the ICIRR Family Support Hotline at 855-435-7693
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 18/08/2025
3 reminders for DACA recipients: -Renew your DACA as soon you can -You’re stronger than any anti-immigrant rhetoric -You belong in any space you enter 🧡 DACA recipients in Illinois can find an attorney, updates, resources, guidance, and scholarships here: www.icirr.org/renew-your-d...
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 01/08/2025
Join us on October 24 for Latinos on the Move 2025: Comunidad. Action. Power. 💜 These are challenging times and LOTM is an opportunity to be in community, surrounded by people who understand, who care, and who refuse to let fear win.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 27/07/2025
Did you know that you have rights as a tenant regardless of your immigration status? Check out our Housing Rights for Immigrant Tenants guide for information on basic housing rights and policies for immigrant tenants living in Illinois. Available in English and Spanish.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 23/07/2025
One of the most powerful things about our Multicultural Leadership Academy is how it prepares civic leaders to elevate their impact and build a more equitable Illinois.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 22/07/2025
Announcing our theme for Latinos on the Move 2025: Comunidad. Action. Power. ☀️ Comunidad because we are stronger together. ☀️ Action because it makes change possible. ☀️ Power because Latinos are 2.2 million strong in Illinois.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 21/07/2025
Little Village is a pillar of the Mexican immigrant community in Illinois and in the country because of the beauty, strength, and resilience of its people. We are united behind Latinos Progresando, La Villita, immigrants and everyone who was targeted by these hateful acts.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 15/07/2025
Yesterday, July 14, the United States Supreme Court issued a ruling that allows the Trump administration to fire more than 1,400 employees from the Department of Education, effectively dismantling the agency. Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4lOvsOU
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 03/07/2025
The highly controversial budget reconciliation package has passed Congress and awaits signature. The bill makes dramatic cuts to social programs like Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), as well as federal education grants, to fund aggressive immigration enforcement.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 28/06/2025
Attention parents, early childhood providers, and advocates! The We The Village Coalition is hosting a virtual town hall on July 15 from 12 to 1:30 PM. The conversation will highlight progress from the first year of the new Department of Early Childhood and discuss their priorities for next year.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 27/06/2025
Babies born in the United States ARE citizens. Full Stop. Today's Supreme Court ruling is a tragedy, but the fight to protect children, immigrant families, and the U.S. Constitution is not over. Read our full statement: bit.ly/4l6QSqN #SCOTUS #birthrightcitizenship
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 26/06/2025
Leadership in action! Our Multicultural Leadership Academy cohort gathered last month at New Life Centers, where they toured the Pan de Vida Fresh Market, took professional headshots, and continued their affinity group work.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 27/05/2025
Want to do more than stay informed? Sign up for our mailing list for the latest policy updates and ways to take action. Sign up here: mailchi.mp/latinopolicy...
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 23/05/2025
In these uncertain and challenging times, caring for our mental health is more important than ever. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our Community Engagement Manager, Brian Herrera, shares a few reflections and tips to bring some joy to you and your loved ones. More here: bit.ly/4jTClP2
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 21/05/2025
How do we increase Latino college success? Make #HigherEd affordable. Many Latino students work full-time while in school, making it harder to succeed. Investing in need-based financial aid helps our students enroll full-time, work fewer hours, and stay on track to graduate. bit.ly/4cEvplB
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 15/05/2025
This is what Latino unity looks like! Last week, more than 800 community members, advocates, allies, and decision makers from across Illinois gathered in our state capital to celebrate the Latino Unity Day Quinceañera. Thank you to every person who showed up and made #LUD2025 unforgettable!
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 07/05/2025
Behind every Latino Unity Day celebration is a community of sponsors who help make it possible. Thank you to our sponsors for believing in the power of Latino leadership, advocacy, and collective action. Your partnership helps us drive change and build a better future for all of IL. #LUD2025
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 07/05/2025
This morning, the Latino Policy Forum, along with partner organizations, advocates, and lawmakers held a press conference in opposition to Secretary Noem planned visit to Springfield, sending a powerful message that Illinois is united and we will protect everyone in our community. #LUD2025
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 02/05/2025
No amount of threats, executive orders, or disinformation will change what we already know: welcoming policies make our communities safer, healthier, and stronger. Learn more about the facts behind welcoming policies and why they matter: latinopolicyforum.org/welcoming-po...
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 01/05/2025
For Latinos living without stable housing, many are uncounted and unsupported. This is not just about shelter. It’s about ensuring every family has the chance to thrive. Learn what’s at stake for housing and homelessness prevention in the FY26 State Budget: latinopolicyforum.org/a-roof-over-...
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 30/04/2025
Exciting news: HB3026 has passed out of the Senate Education Committee! This bill would empower school districts to grow and strengthen dual language programs, one of the most effective models for supporting English Learners and boosting academic success for all students in IL.
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Latino Policy Forum @latinopolicyforum.org · 28/04/2025
The Latino Policy Forum is hiring an Executive Coordinator and Accountant! We're looking for mission-driven folks passionate about advancing Latino equity in Illinois. Learn more and apply: latinopolicyforum.org/employment/
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