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Advancing Equity for Latinos in Illinois

Through advocacy and analysis, the Forum builds a foundation for equity, justice and economic prosperity for the Latino community. By catalyzing policy change, the Forum works to improve education outcomes, advocate for affordable housing, promote just immigration policies and strengthen community leadership.

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Illinois Early Childhood Education Workforce: What Does Research Say?

Join us for an engaging conversation and presentation exploring the past, present, and future of Illinois’ early childhood workforce.

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Winter 2025-2026: A Letter from Linda Xóchitl Tortolero, President & CEO

As we begin this new year, I want to thank you for standing with the Latino Policy Forum and with Latino and immigrant communities across…

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Latino Policy Forum Announces 2026 Cohort of the Multicultural Leadership Academy

The Forum is proud to announce the 2026 cohort of the Multicultural Leadership Academy. This year’s leaders are…

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Latino Policy Forum: Federal Funding Freeze Endangers Child Care for Thousands of Latino Children

Earlier this week, the federal Department of Health and Human Services announced it would freeze…

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Illinois HB 3247 y HB 1312: Lo que debe saber sobre las nuevas protecciones estatales para familias inmigrantes en centros de cuidado infantil con licencia, escuelas K-12, centros de educación superior y cortes estatales

Aprende sobre las nuevas protecciones en instituciones educativas, incluyendo centros de cuidado infantil con licencia,…

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Illinois HB 3247 and HB 1312: What You Should Know About New Statewide Protections for Immigrant Families in Licensed Childcare Centers, K-12 Schools, Higher Education, and State Courthouses

Learn about the new protections in educational institutions, including licensed childcare centers, public K-12 schools,…

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Latino Policy Forum, Start Early, and Illinois Action for Children Applaud Signature of New State Protections for Families, Young Children and Early Childhood Professionals

December 9, 2025 Latino Policy Forum, Start Early and Illinois Action for Children Applaud Signature…

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Our mission is to build the power, influence, and leadership of the Latino community through collective action to transform public policies that ensure the well-being of our community and society as a whole. The four pillars of our work are: