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We did it! HB3582 signed by Governor Pritzker
WE DID IT! The expansion to the Illinois Victims’ Economic Security & Safety Act (VESSA) was signed into law today by Gov. Prizker, along with many other critical DV bills. The VESSA expansion will make it possible for *all* survivors of violence in Illinois —including homicide survivors and victims who survive injuries from gun violence…
Keep readingHB3582 passes Illinois Senate with bipartisan support
The expansion to the Victims’ Economic Security & Safety Act (VESSA) just passed the Illinois Senate with bipartisan support! Thank you to Representative Robyn Gabel and State Senator Robert Peters for your leadership on HB3582, and to your incredible staff for guiding the way with their expertise. Survivors know that access to trauma recovery is…
Keep readingWe Support HB3582
Ever wonder why survivor families in Illinois often have to FUNDRAISE on GoFundMe after our loved ones are injured or killed?
Keep readingStay True. Shine Bright. Stay Gold
The Stay Gold Movement in Yakez’s name is carried forward through his friends and family, the expansive community of lives he touched, and a group of loving and intentional folx who are committed to creating a more curious, compassionate and socially just world.
Keep readingTo learn more, email staygoldyakez@gmail.com.
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