Stable Workforce & Thriving Families
Rebuild State & Community Systems That Benefit Families, Infants & Toddlers.
Currently, Illinois’ early childhood system is very complex and highly fragmented, making it difficult for families and professionals alike to navigate the variety of programs and services available to them. At the same time, families across the state are feeling the strain as inflation and national uncertainty raises the economic pressure.
Cross-System Workforce
Enhance the higher education, professional development, and consultation opportunities available to support, train, upskill, and retain both new and incumbent professionals who work with expecting families, infants, and toddlers across all PN3-serving systems.
Economic Security
Strengthen the social safety net available so all expecting and new families have the resources and supports necessary to successfully fulfill their personal and professional needs.
News & Resources
Raise Your Voice! How Will The HHS Funding Freeze Impact You?
Raise Your Voice! How Will The HHS Funding Freeze Impact You? Raising Illinois is collecting stories from providers on how the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Funding Freeze will impact you, your team and…
Early Intervention Week of Action
November 24, 2025 Early Intervention Week of Action December 8-12 Take Action For Our State’s EI System! Join us for a Week of Action in support of Early Intervention! As the Governor begins drafting his fiscal…
Sharing Our Refreshed Prenatal-to-3 Policy Agenda
Raising Illinois director Simone Santiago reflects on the coalition’s refreshed Policy Agenda