We, the Village Tools
Use the tools below to help you understand and engage with early childhood advocacy and policy in Illinois.
Illinois Department of Early Childhood Transparency and Equity Analysis: Progress, Gaps, & Recommendations
In 2024, the We, the Village (WTV) coalition submitted two sets of transparency and equity recommendations to the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) and its Transition Advisory Committee (TAC) to support the successful development of Illinois’ new early childhood education and care (ECEC) agency.
Know Your Legislators – Explore Curated Profiles
To help you advocate effectively, Illinois Action for Children has compiled profiles that detail the current early childhood landscape in your district—available for every state representative and senator and US senator and congressional representative.
Guidance for Illinois Early Childhood Providers and Families: Increased ICE Activity
We, the Village Coalition recognizes that the recent heightened presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Illinois leaves many community members afraid to move safely through their own neighborhoods. This guidance includes resources for providers, parents, and the early childhood community to navigate increased ICE activity.
Navigating
Immigration
Enforcement for Child
Care Providers in
Illinois
This toolkit is designed to help
child care providers understand
and navigate the requirements of HB1312 while continuing to create safe, supportive environments for the children and families they serve.
Monthly 2026 Zoom Meetings
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2026 Social Media Calendar
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