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What it’s like to raise and support infants and toddlers today

Hear from Raising Illinois Champions and Contributors across our state about their experiences raising young children, what they need to help provide the best possible care for their families and how they’re pushing for policy change to better support children prenatal-to-age 3.

"I’m going to take my frustrations and direct them to my passions, and bring people together so we can stand up for what we need as humans to raise other little humans. Enough is enough."

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Meet Magda Zalewska

Learn more about Magda Zalewska, Developmental Therapist, and the advocacy work she's doing in Will County.

We Would Love to Hear from You

Do you have a story you want to share with us about your experience as a new parent or caregiver? Or, how you are advocating for Illinois’ youngest learners?

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