We share a legacy of advocacy and hands-on support that works to shape policy and form practices to help at-risk youth.
We offer organizational support aimed at organizational assessment, technical assistance, professional development, strengthening infrastructure, improving governance and shoring up sustainability.
We advocate at the state and federal levels to shape practices and policies that improve outcomes for children, youth and their families.
Our membership represents the largest coalition of human service organizations in Illinois advocating for children, youth and their families.
We share a legacy of advocacy and hands-on support that works to shape policy and form practices to help at-risk youth.
We offer organizational support aimed at organizational assessment, technical assistance, professional development, strengthening infrastructure, improving governance and shoring up sustainability.
We advocate at the state and federal levels to shape practices and policies that improve outcomes for children, youth and their families.
Our membership represents the largest coalition of human service organizations in Illinois advocating for children, youth and their families.
ICOY hosts training, policy forums, special events and other meetings for our membership, direct service providers contracted through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and service administrators. See a calendar of all our upcoming events and training.
The Trevor Project’s 2025 National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Youth found that LGBTQ+ youth experience disproportionately high rates of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, suicidality, and…
Join ICOY and other member organizations on a call to discuss key changes in the child welfare and youth-led arena. The goal is to create a child welfare system that…
