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Presenters Announced for 2021 Virtual Advocacy Day

Speakers include IL Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch

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2021 VIRTUAL ADVOCACY DAY

Thursday, April 8, 2021


Day's Schedule:

  • Educational Program: 9:00am–12:00pm

  • Virtual lobbying to follow in afternoon


The below individuals have been confirmed to speak at next week's NASW-Illinois Chapter 2021 Virtual Advocacy Day. Please note that all speakers and schedule are subject to change.

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton



















Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch



















Illinois State Representative Lindsey LaPointe, MSW



















Illinois State Senator Karina Villa, MSW, School Social Worker




















David Applegate, The Kennedy Forum Illinois




















Illinois State Senator Ann Gillespie





















William Dwyer, MSW, LSW, Legislative Correspondent, Illinois Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly














Illinois State Representative Jackie Haas, MSW, LCSW



















Breakout session presenters will also include:

  • LGBTQIA+ Issues: Mike Ziri, Equality Illinois

  • Law Enforcement Response Alternatives: Dave Lowitzki

  • Environmental Issues: Tonyisha Harris, Illinois Environmental Council

  • Reproductive Health, Sexual Education: Bridget Leahy, Planned Parenthood of Illinois


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