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Stand Together

Empowering voices across Illinois for disability rights and inclusion.

About Illinois Self-Advocacy

Empowering voices across Illinois to champion disability rights and community inclusion.

A vibrant photo of diverse self-advocates smiling and collaborating in a bright, colorful room.
A vibrant photo of diverse self-advocates smiling and collaborating in a bright, colorful room.

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Trusted statewide

Since 2005

Our Services

Supporting self-advocates across Illinois with programs and resources.

A vibrant photo of diverse advocates smiling and collaborating in a bright community space.
A vibrant photo of diverse advocates smiling and collaborating in a bright community space.
Advocacy Support

Guiding individuals to speak up for their rights confidently.

Leadership Training

Empowering advocates to lead change in their communities.

Educational Workshops

Offering accessible learning on disability rights and inclusion.

A vibrant photo of diverse self-advocates smiling and working together outdoors.
A vibrant photo of diverse self-advocates smiling and working together outdoors.

Together

Celebrating community, courage, and voices that drive change.

Friendly illustration of advocates holding colorful banners with disability rights symbols.
Friendly illustration of advocates holding colorful banners with disability rights symbols.
A warm snapshot of a lively workshop where advocates share ideas in a bright room.
A warm snapshot of a lively workshop where advocates share ideas in a bright room.
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Joining the alliance gave me a voice and real friends who understand my journey.

Mina

Photo of Maria smiling warmly while speaking at a community event.
Photo of Maria smiling warmly while speaking at a community event.

Together, we’re changing how Illinois supports disability rights every day.

Jam al

Picture of James leading a group discussion with colorful advocacy posters behind him.
Picture of James leading a group discussion with colorful advocacy posters behind him.
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