Illinois Action for Children   

Mission: To create a common voice and vision for advancing high quality and accessible programs that foster the development, health and well-being of all Illinois children.

Address: 1340 S Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: 312-823-1100
Fax: 312-823-1200
Website: www.actforchildren.org

Issues: Childcare, early care and education (preK and child care), welfare reform (specifically as it relates to young children), access to health insurance for child care workforce/low income families, child care relating to product safety

CONTACT: SESSY NYMAN
POSITION IN ORGANIZATION: VP PUBLIC POLICY & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
MAIN PHONE: 773-687-4000

CONTACT PHONE FOR MEDIA: 773-564-8801
EMAIL: NYMANS@ACTFORCHILDREN.ORG 

1. Can this contact answer general policy questions? Yes, primarily state level; federal issues- can refer to policy associate who specifically tracks federal legislation as it relates to the CCDBG, Medicaid funding and head start.
2. Can this contact answer specific legislation/initiatives? Yes, both state/federal level
3. Can this contact provide/help to provide local, personal stories? Yes

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