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Welcome to the News page, your source for the latest updates from IACAA and its dedicated network. Here, you’ll find important agency updates, details on upcoming events aimed at strengthening communities across Illinois, and information on current community action job openings within our agencies. Stay connected with IACAA as we work together to create opportunities, support individuals and families in need, and drive positive change throughout the state.
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2025 IACAA Annual Conference Materials
Conference Materials & Resources Welcome to the 2025 IACAA Annual Conference Materials page! Here you’ll find all the resources from this year’s conference, including presentation slides, handouts, worksheets, and other helpful materials shared by our speakers and panelists. If you have any questions or need assistance accessing a file, please
Commentary: Hidden Helpers and Five Hard Truths
Disclaimer: This article was originally published on February 26, 2025, by Tri-States Public Radio. It was written by Jamie Roth, Community Services & Public Relations Director for WIRC-Community Action Agency. Original article can be viewed here. There is a famous quote by Fred Rogers who said his mother encouraged him
NCAP Recap 2024
The 2024 NCAP Convention recently wrapped up, and IACAA was proud to be well-represented at the national level. Four of our member agencies had the honor of serving as session speakers, sharing their expertise and insights with peers from across the country. We also celebrated the achievements of six new