News
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.
Events
Webinar: Harnessing Skills for Goal Achievement
Join us as we discuss the skills necessary for successful goal-setting.
Webinar: Ethical Workplace Communication Workshop
Join us as we explore the responsibility of ethical communication in the workplace.
Webinar: Second Chances, Stronger Communities – A Panel on Reentry Work
Join a expert panel of intergovernmental stakeholders for a powerful conversation on reentry in Illinois.
Job Openings
Weatherization Specialist Kankakee, IL
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Weatherization Coordinator is responsible for the planning, grant preparation, program implementation, documentation, reporting and all other duties for the agency’s Weatherization component SPECIFIC DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum four years college degree preferred
Weatherization Assistant – Freeport, IL
JOB TITLE: Weatherization Assistant Job Summary: This position is a field technician on Weatherization and will work closely in our northern territories of Stephenson and Jo Daviess Counties. The individual will be responsible for performing key weatherization production tasks, such as conducting home energy assessments, home inspections, customer management system
Agency Updates
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