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Statement on Ashley Deckert’s Resignation

It is with mixed emotions that I share the news that Ashley Deckert has been nominated by Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee to serve…

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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…

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icoy rebranding announcement

ICOY has rebranded. See why & how!

We’re excited to announce that as of today, we’ve rebranded with a new logo, tagline, and website! We want to share with you our…

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Coronavirus Q&As with Illinois DCFS Acting Director Marc Smith

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is holding weekly COVID-19 webinars for Acting Director Marc Smith to provide guidance and answers to questions…

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ICOY lobbies for needs of underserved youth in Illinois

Front Line Child Welfare and Youth Service Organizations to Educate Lawmakers on Challenges of Protecting At-Risk Youth SPRINGFIELD (FEBRUARY, 26 2020) – More than…

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downtown Chicago

Removal of statute of limitations on sexual crimes resulting in liability insurance challenges

On January 1, a new law took effect in Illinois that removes the statute of limitations for a range of criminal sexual assault charges….

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downtown Chicago

Illinois selected as a Regional Partnership Grant Round 6 Recipient

We are delighted to announce that the Eastern Illinois Intact Family Recovery Proposal was selected for funding! This five-year Federal grant will replicate the…

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downtown Chicago

ICOY testifies that human service providers need resources to support minimum wage increase

On Tuesday, September 17, ICOY CEO Andi Durbin testified before the Chicago City Council Committee on Workforce Development about the financial impact a proposed…

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ICOY condemns new ‘public charge’ immigration rule

On Wednesday, August 14, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the final ‘public charge’ immigration rule. Unless legal action is successful, the rule change will…

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downtown Chicago

ICOY receives grant from the Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County for Medicaid Technical Assistance Center

Chicago, IL (June 18, 2019) – Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) is pleased to announce it has received a $25,000 grant from the Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County…

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