The Illinois Immigration Information Hub is a one-stop resource where immigrant families can find accurate information from community-based organizations about their rights, how to access available services, and how to prepare for challenging situations. This includes:
The Illinois Department of Human Services manages the Illinois Welcoming Center (IWC) network. Each IWC is a comprehensive service center for the integration of immigrants and refugees in Illinois. The Illinois Welcoming Center's innovative model eliminates systemic barriers that immigrants may have in approaching state services.
The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) is responsible for administering the Illinois Human Rights Act which prohibits discrimination in Illinois with respect to employment, financial credit, public accommodations, housing and sexual harassment, as well as sexual harassment in education. IDHR provides resources to assist individuals in filing discrimination charges.
The Illinois Board of Higher Education ensures that each public institution of higher education in Illinois has a designated Undocumented Student Liaison available on campus to support undocumented students and students from mixed status families. An Undocumented Student Liaison’s primary duties are to streamline access to financial aid and provide academic support to students, which will allow the student to successfully matriculate to degree completion.
Illinois State Board of Education provides resources to address the various needs of newcomers, refugees, and immigrants. These individuals play a vital role in shaping our nation's social and economic fabric, with U.S. schools serving as key facilitators in helping newcomers adapt and contribute to American society.
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