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Legal aid attorneys are our communities' 'second responders.' A fantastic Op-Ed on how legal aid helps people get back on their feet in the wake of disasters.

In our Feb. news, we share the IEJF's latest Annual Report. Plus an interview with @ElgieSims about the impact of civil legal aid funding, how he balances the needs of a diverse district & his role as Chair of the Council of State Governments. bit.ly/43n33K9

During a Springfield visit last week, our executive director Leslie Corbett joined the @IllinoisLBC for its 2025 Soiree. The ILBCF is dedicated to ensuring that Black communities across our state have the resources & opportunities necessary to thrive.

Interested nonprofits can apply for a 2025 IL-AFLAN grant to provide legal services to low-income veterans, military members and their families You can find more information about our IL-AFLAN grant program here: iejf.org/il-aflan/ The deadline to apply is March 17th.

Launching today - @wttw's Firsthand: Peacekeepers tells the stories of people working in violence interruption and prevention in their Chicago communities. bit.ly/4hz5Cgh

A look at how Cook County's 211 hotline is connecting residents to critical social services. bit.ly/4hUiuNJ

If you're a low-income Illinois veteran, free legal help is available. The Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network can help you with issues like eviction, access to VA benefits and family law. Call 855-452-3526.

Spots are filling up fast! 🚨 Join CARPLS, North Lawndale Employment Network, and New Leaf Illinois for our Records Expungement Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM at 1111 S. Homan Ave. Sign up now! lnkd.in/gVTfGQvq

This Black History Month, the IEJF honors the achievements of Black Americans & the sacrifices they made in the fight for justice. We're working to build a more equitable civil justice system so more people can access legal aid, protect their rights & transform their lives.

A new federal rule from the Biden administration may help millions saddled with medical debt boost their credit scores and qualify for mortgages. bit.ly/40VBqGb

Our January newsletter is out! Read all about the IEJF's Domestic Violence Legal Aid grants. We also feature an interview with Andrew Weaver of @lincolnlegalaid & share some @NewLeafIllinois updates. Check it out: bit.ly/4jFduOE

Your landlord probably has an attorney. You deserve legal help too. That’s where Eviction Help Illinois comes in. We’re a network of legal aid organizations funded by the State of Illinois. Call 855.631.0811, Text ‘Eviction’ to 85622 or visit evictionhelpillinois.org.

Stop scrolling and start the process of clearing your cannabis record. @NewLeafIllinois is a state-funded network of nonprofit organizations that can help you for free. Visit newleafillinois.org or call 872-NEW-LEAF to see if you qualify.

The @NIJC & @TRPistas have put together several resources to help immigrants & their families better understand what to do when someone is detained by immigration officials & access legal aid. bit.ly/40EoRz1 bit.ly/4gXjznU

We honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by making it easier for everyone, regardless of their age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or economic status, to access our civl justice system. #mlkday2025

If you’ve been affected by a natural disaster, we can help make sure you continue to get your VA benefits and health care. Learn more about your next steps: va.gov/resources/disa…

Tomorrow - @NewLeafIllinois & @CARPLSLegal are hosting a FREE Cannabis Expungement event at @stsabinachurch. Legal aid attorneys will be on hand to help people clear old cannabis charges & other convictions off their record. Get a fresh start in 2025!

Last month, IEJF Executive Director Leslie Corbett was excited to celebrate the @PILI_Tweets at its Annual Awards Luncheon - and catch up with Mark Swartz & Michelle Gilbert from the @LCBetterHousing.

@Law360 talks to legal aid leaders about how they plan to focus on access to justice efforts in 2025. bit.ly/427i5CP

Here's a look at some new laws taking effect in Illinois this year. bit.ly/425ocrA