Health and Human Services Workforce Symposium
Join Illinois Collaboration On Youth (ICOY) and Illinois Partners for Human Services for the first Health and Human Services Workforce Symposium. This hybrid event will support the health…
International Women’s Day
A few years ago, I worked as an Event Specialist for corporate grocery retail. My job included leading cooking demonstrations and creating department and…
Support Black Community as an Ally
Disclaimer: this post is a reflection of a staff member. I do not claim to be an expert on anything, with the exception of…
Strengthening Practices for LGTBQIA+ Homeless Youth through Trauma-Informed Care
ICOY’s November blog post recognized Youth Homelessness Awareness Month. The post highlighted several demographics of youth which face disproportionate incidences of homelessness. One of…
Relearning Thanksgiving
During this Thanksgiving holiday week, we recognize that many may be celebrating with friends and family. Perhaps they are gathering in-person for the first time in…
COVID-19 Resources & Updates
With the on-going COVID-19 pandemic and recent Executive Orders issued by Governor JB Pritzker’s office, our organization is working to consolidate information and resources…
Legislation in IL: School Standards for Sex Education and Life-Threatening Allergies
Recently, Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that updates the state’s standards for sex education in K-12 schools. The voluntary standards will emphasize health, safety,…
Legislation in IL: Inclusive & Safe Learning Environments & Transgender Individuals’ Rights
In recent news, Governor JB Pritzker has signed multiple bills into legislation that directly impact youth in Illinois. Additionally, the “State Second District Appellate Court of Illinois affirmed the expansive protections of…
Immigrant Heritage Month and BIPOC Mental Health Month
June was a month to celebrate immigrants and their contributions to community and culture in our country – Immigrant Heritage Month. And as July comes to a close,…
More intervention by DCFS is no way to stop juvenile carjackings
ICOY Chief Executive Officer Andrea Durbin published an op-ed in the Sun-Times firmly opposing recent suggestions that DCFS be brought in to investigate parents…