The teaching of history has been too straight. A new Illinois law says it's time to tell the whole story
Read MoreIt's been an exciting couple of months settling in to our new home at Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago and we’ve got lots to catch you up on!
Read on for information on our new staff members, the Governor's task force, how you can support transgender students in District 211, and more.
Read MoreOur former Youth Committee Member, Grayson Alexander, sits down with Windy City Times to discuss his milestone successes and work within the Illinois General Assembly! Read the full story here.
Read MoreAfter almost a year of integrating operations, the Boards of Directors for Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) and Illinois Safe Schools Alliance (the Alliance) are delighted to announce their merger. Going forward, the Alliance will be a program of PHIMC.
Read MoreStudents in Illinois public schools will learn about the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) people in state and national history after approval of the Inclusive Curriculum Law by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, who signed the bill into law on Friday.
Read MoreOn June 30, 2019, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed an executive order in support of nonbinary, trans, and gender nonconforming students. Illinois Safe Schools Alliance (the Alliance) was pleased to join the Governor’s office, other advocates, students, and community organizations for the announcement
Read MoreAfter passing through the Illinois State Senate last session, the bill was not called for a vote in the House. This legislative session, the bill has already passed the House. The bill is now in the Senate, where it must pass prior to being signed by the Governor.
Read MoreAfter several years of litigation in Township High School District 211, Students and Parents for Privacy (“SPP”) has dropped their lawsuit against the school district. Students in District 211 will continue to be able to use restrooms and locker rooms in line with their gender identity.
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