August 25, 2017, LGBTQ Public Service Bill Signed by Gov. 1 Javier Loera Cervantes 57 Jonathan Carroll July 21, 2014, 5,000 Couples Now Enjoying Marriage Equality in Illinois January 28, 2020, Equality Illinois 2020 Gala to Honor Tracy Baim and Rainbow Cafe Equality Illinois announces state legislative, county-level 1,066 Following. January 15, 2014, Equality Illinois Honors Chicago Filmmaker Lana Wachowski October 6, 2014, Dining Out for Equality Funds Fight for LGBT Equality May 20, 2015, Protecting LGBT Youth Bill Passes House July 27, 2016, Trump VP Pick Callously Disregards LGBT Americans November 6, 2015, Leaders Discuss Ongoing Fight for LGBT Rights in a Marriage Equality World McLean County Board (6th District) Beverly Bell February 3, 2018, Three New Laws Advance LGBTQ Equality in 2018 May 13, 2014, Challenge Brunei's Murderous Anti-Gay Policy During Ambassador's Chicago Visit Statement byMyles Brady Davis,Director of Communications at Equality Illinois,the states civil rights organization for LGBTQ+ people, regardingthe violences and murders of Black and Brown trans people on the south side of Chicago, Equality Illinois endorses Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot; urges bold equity agenda for second term, Statement from Equality Illinois Deputy Director Mony Ruiz-Velasco on passage by the Illinois General Assembly of essential legislation to protect patients, providers, and families seeking and providing reproductive healthcare and gender-affirming healthcare, Statement fromMony Ruiz-Velasco, Deputy Director ofEquality Illinois, the states LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, onfinalpassageby the U.S.House of Representativesof the Respect for Marriage Act, Statement by Michael Ziri, Director of Public Policy at Equality Illinois, the states civil rights organization for LGBTQ+, regarding the legislation announced this week by members of the Illinois House Democratic Caucus, Statement from Brian C. Johnson, CEO of Equality Illinois, on the Club Q shooting, Mayor Lightfoot Honors Trans Activist Elise Malary and Announces Participation in Hire Trans Now Pledge, Statement from Equality Illinois CEO Brian C. Johnsonabout new federal anti-equality, anti-family legislation, Statement from Equality Illinois, the states LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, on Plainfield Pride, Equality Illinoiscelebrates Governor JB Pritzker for the diversity of leaders appointed to state Boards and Commissions in FY2022, Coalition Joins Forces Outside Anti-Family, Anti-Equality Extremist Hate Group School Board Training To Encourage The Public To Run For School BoardOn A Platform Of Inclusion And Not Hate, Equality Illinois Announces State Legislative and County-Level Endorsements For The 2022 General Election, EQUALITY ILLINOIS ENDORSES JUDGE ELIZABETH ROCHFORD AND JUDGE MARY KAY OBRIEN FOR THE ILLINOIS SUPREME COURT, Equality Illinois Endorses Pro-Equality Candidates for Statewide Office, Equality Illinois Endorses 15 LGBTQ + Candidates for The General Election, Statement From Equality Illinois, The States LGBTQ+ Civil Rights Organization, On The Primary Election Victory Tuesday Of Anti-LGBTQ+, Anti-Choice State Sen. Darren Bailey As The Republican Nominee For Illinois Governor, Equality Illinois condemns the US Supreme Courts positioning to overturn, Equality Illinois Endorses 95 Pro-Equality Candidates for the June 28, 2022 Primary Election, Statewide Pro-LGTBQ+ Coalition Holds Press Conference and Rally Against Bigotry and Hate. July 5, 2023, Equality Illinois statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Courts radical and reckless 303 Creative ruling 30 Adriane Johnson 83 Matt Hanson January 16, 2015, Equality Illinois Recognizes Grosvenor Capital with Business Leadership Award Rauner Makes Commitment to LGBT Illinoisans After Meeting Leaders Killman and McKethen will be powerful voices for change and will inspire more Trans people to run for office in their communities. Equality Illinois builds a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and full acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. July 5, 2018, Equality Illinois Urges Gov. December 10, 2014, 2015 Equality Illinois Gala Celebrates Valentine's Day; Gala Co-Chairs Are Mariterese and Patrick Balthrop POPULATION Equality's . August 25, 2015, New Protections for LGBT Youth and Gender Identity Become Law in Illinois February 16, 2015, Largest Midwest LGBT Gala Honors Bi-Partisan Leaders As an organization that believes strongly in LGBTQ+ representation in roles of civic leadership, we are excited to see so many openly LGBTQ+ people from across Illinois pursuing public service.. September 25, 2022, Equality Illinois Announces State Legislative and County-Level Endorsements For The 2022 General Election 28 Laura Murphy April 13, 2016, Equality Illinois Calls for Prompt Consideration of Court Nominee July 8, 2014, Pass ENDA Without Broad Religious Exemptions August 20, 2104, White Sox, Equality Illinois Continue Pride Game Tradition Sol Flores among community Leaders to be Honored at Fahrenheit Chicago 3 for their commitment to Advancing Equality for LGBTQ Illinoisans, Equality Illinois Institute Announces Fahrenheit Chicago 3: Bronzeville is Burning -Centering Black and Latinx LGBTQ Illinoisans, Equality Illinois welcomes the Governor to the work of creating inclusive schools for transgender youth, but says its too early to celebrate, Equality Illinois 2019 Pride Month Kickoff Brunch to Feature Chicago Mayor Lightfoot, Illinois General Assembly Advances Measure for Non-Binary Gender Marker on Drivers Licenses and State ID Cards, Equality Illinois supports SB 7, the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act, LGBTQ Advocacy Day on Wednesday, MAY 15, to Push Illinois to keep Moving Forward on LGBTQ Equality and Inclusion, LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum Bill Advances to Illinois Gov. June 1, 2014, Couples and Counties Preparing Statewide for Marriage Equality Nov. 17, 2016, Equality Illinois Condemns Attempt to Undermine Youth Protections 41 Janet Yang Rohr March 22, 2019, Illinois Legislation to Advance Equity for LGBTQ Older Adults Advances to Gov. Rauner Makes Commitment to LGBT Illinoisans After Meeting Leaders, Equality Illinois Denounces Confirmation of James Meeks as Chair of Illinois Board of Education, Illinois Mental Health Experts Support Ban on Conversion Therapy, Equality Institute Welcomes Amanda Simpson, First Transgender Presidential Appointee, EQILPAC Urges Runoff Voters to Support Mayor Emanuel, Coalition Against Conversion Therapy Launches Online Petition, EQILPAC Endorses Mayor Emanuel and Four Incumbent LGBT Aldermen for Re-Election, Largest Midwest LGBT Gala Honors Bi-Partisan Leaders, Equality Illinois Applauds Appointment of LGBT Rights Diplomat, Robust Business Support Backs Equality Illinois Work, Equality Illinois Honors Entertainer Lea DeLaria with Freedom Award, Equality Illinois Launches Initiative to Ban Conversion Therapy, Equality Illinois Welcomes Supreme Court Order to Hear Marriage Cases, Equality Illinois Recognizes Grosvenor Capital with Business Leadership Award, Equality Illinois Releases New Adoption Guide for Prospective LGBT Parents, Equality Illinois Names Policy Director, Development Associate, Equality Illinois Honors TransLife Center of Chicago House with Freedom Award, Equality Illinois Calls for Resignation of School Board Member, Equality Illinois Remembers Judy Baar Topinka, 2015 Equality Illinois Gala Celebrates Valentine's Day; Gala Co-Chairs Are Mariterese and Patrick Balthrop, Equality Illinois Mourns the Passing of Mayor Jane Byrne, Midwest LGBT Leaders Plan Next Steps in Chicago Meeting, In Victory, Rauner Needs to Serve All Illinoisans, Significant Wins Scored in General Election for LGBT Illinoisans, Equality Illinois Condemns Rauner for Anti-LGBT, Anti-Women Tactic, Equality Illinois Spends $600,000 Helping Candidates and Passing Marriage, The Stars Come Out for "Night of 100 Drag Queens", Documentary Responds to Homophobic Reactions to Equality Illinois Out at the Sox Game, Equality Illinois PAC Makes Legislative Endorsements, Equality Illinois PAC Makes Bipartisan Endorsements in Statewide Races, Dining Out for Equality Funds Fight for LGBT Equality, Equality Illinois PAC Endorses Re-election of Gov. Edit as you need for style and localization. Pritzker October 14, 2022, Equality Illinoiscelebrates Governor JB Pritzker for the diversity of leaders appointed to state Boards and Commissions in FY2022 Equality Illinois - Equality Illinois Demographics As of the 2000 United States Census, [7] there were 721 people, 315 households, and 206 families residing in the village. August 16, 2017, Diverse LGBTQ Community Members and Allies Serve on Equality Illinois Boards If you make substantial changes, add Additional reporting by Jon Doe. Tag us on social media. April 4, 2017, Equality Illinois Town Halls Launch in Central and Southern Illinois Rauner Meets with Leaders of LGBTQ and Allied Organizations Equality Illinois (EI) was founded in 1991 to work towards building a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and social justice through education, advocacy, and protection of the rights of the LGBT community. September 23, 2014, Rauner: Follow Court Marriage Equality Ruling January 14, 2016, Equality Illinois PAC Hosts Pat Quinn To Support Pro-Equality Candidates Old Equality Cemetery in Equality, Illinois - Find a Grave August 20, 2015, LGBT Equality Institute in Springfield Welcomes Experts and Grassroots Activists 27 Ann Gillespie October 7, 2014 23 Suzy Glowiak Hilton With only five Trans people now elected to office in Illinois, Trans people remain severely underrepresented in all levels of government. November 30, 2017, EI Advisory Board Member Appointed to State Panel on Sexual Harassment 39 Don Harmon May 31, 2016, Equality Illinois Commends Chicago Leaders for Acting Against Discrimination It took effect throughout all of Illinois on June 1, 2014. About Photos 1 Map See all cemetery photos About Get directions Equality , Illinois , USA Coordinates: 37.73800, -88.34320 Cemetery ID: 2237959 Members have Contributed 5 Memorials 20% photographed 0% with gps About these numbers Photos No additional photos. January 15, 2016, New Look, Enduring Commitment Mark Equality Illinois' 25th Anniversary Rebranding Likes. November 17, 2015, Equality Illinois Political Action Committee Hosts David Axelrod January 17th,2023, Equality Illinois applauds new Illinois law protecting access to reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare 27 Justin Slaughter August 9, 2019, LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum Bill Approved by Illinois Gov. Rauners Veto of Legislation that Would Strengthen Illinois Non-Discrimination Protections in the Workplace, Leading Civil Rights Organizations Urge Governor Rauner to Sign Bill that Would Help Protect Illinoisans from Discrimination, Equality Illinois to Host Fahrenheit Chicago, the End-of-Summer Pride Celebration, Statement of Equality Illinois on the Nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court, Planned Parenthood of Illinois, Equality Illinois, ACLU of Illinois,and Courts Matter Illinois Denounce Trumps Anti-Abortion, Anti-Equality Supreme Court candidates, Equality Illinois Urges Gov. June 4, 2018, Pride Month Celebrated Despite Uncertainty Over LGBTQ Rights October 23, 2018, On National Coming Out Day, Equality Illinois Calls on Governor Rauner to Ensure His Appointments Better Reflect the Full Diversity of Illinois May 25, 2023, Equality Illinois Applauds Passage of Cook Countys Bodily Autonomy Non-Discrimination Ordinance March 22, 2019, Equality Illinois announces their support of SB 7, the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act JB Pritzker, Cook County States Attorney Kim Foxx and Illinois Deputy Gov. Pritzker 29 Thaddeus Jones 17 Elgie Sims October 31, 2015, New Equality Illinois Springfield Office and Central Illinois Advocate January 14, 2015 October 14,2021, Equality Illinois Deeply Troubled by the Launch of a Formal Investigation Into a Glen Ellyn District 41 Teacher for Affirming LGBTQ Students wind speeds 158-206 mph) tornado . March 12, 2015, Coalition Against Conversion Therapy Launches Online Petition wind speeds 207-260 mph) tornado 25.8 miles away from the Equality village center killed 2 people and injured 33 people and caused $16 million in damages.. On 3/16/1963, a category F3 (max. September 1, 2022, Statement From Equality Illinois, The States LGBTQ+ Civil Rights Organization, On The Primary Election Victory Tuesday Of Anti-LGBTQ+, Anti-Choice State Sen. Darren Bailey As The Republican Nominee For Illinois Governor More Voting Stats. January 4, 2016, Equality Illinois Business Leadership Award Honors Mariano's High Knob Campground - Equality, IL (Address and Phone) - County Office September 26, 2017, Coalition Announces The LGBTQ Forum: The Democratic Candidates for Governor April 5th, 2023, Equality Illinois Celebrates Historic Victories for Trans Representation in Southern Illinois and Will County June 3, 2014, LGBT Leaders and Allies Call Out Bruce Rauner On His Opposition to Marriage Equality Now more than ever, we need Trans voices in rooms of power. August 28, 2017, Governor Signs Birth Certificate Modernization Bill [CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-67664901-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> tel: (773) 477-7173 | fax: (773) 477-6912 | toll free: (888) 434-7888 | email: info@eqil.org January 9, 2015, Remembering Rep. Mulligan Cook County Board of Review (2nd District) Samantha Steele 60 Rita Mayfield August 7, 2015, Historic Equality Act Needed to Protect LGBT Americans June 19, 2015, More Than 10,000 Same-sex Couples Wed in Illinois Await Supreme Court Decision January 23, 2020, Equality Illinois and the National Center for Transgender Equality Applaud Modernized Illinois Policy for Gender Marker Corrections on Drivers Licenses and State ID Cards We just have these requests: Give us credit, ideally as By Jon Doe, Illinois Eagle. Have a link back to the original story on the Eagle and include all links within the story. We just have these requests: Give us credit, ideally as By Jon Doe, Illinois Eagle. Have a link back to the original story on the Eagle and include all links within the story. August 9, 2019, Equality Illinois Institute Announces Fahrenheit Chicago 3: Bronzeville is Burning -Centering Black and Latinx LGBTQ Illinoisans Rauner and Legislators Meet with Transgender Illinoisans Replies. Equality Illinois and LGBTQ advocacy groups across the state are coming together to address an "unprecedented" increase in reports of harassment and bullying of LGBTQ students. August 6, 2014, Equality Illinois Statement on Bruce Rauner-Chris Christie Fundraiser March 26, 2018, Inclusive Curriculum Bill Introduced to Teach LGBTQ History Equality, Illinois map with satellite view - World Time Clock & Map January 22, 2016, J.B. Pritzker Chairs Equality Illinois 25th Anniversary Gala Feb. 22, 2017, Equality Illinois Supports Protecting Women's Reproductive Freedom "We are extremely proud of the historic electoral victories of Clare Killman for the Carbondale City Council and Jackie McKethen for the Crete Library Board. July 19, 2019, Equality Illinois welcomes the Governor to the work of creating inclusive schools for transgender youth, but says its too early to celebrate But we cant do that without you. 61 Joyce Mason Endorsed are the following candidates: Rauners Veto of Legislation that Would Strengthen Illinois Non-Discrimination Protections in the Workplace 75 Heidi Henry Map of Equality Mayor in Equality, Illinois. September 4, 2018, LGBTQ Advocates Lora Branch and Mo Green and South Side institution Jeffery Pub Honored for Leadership in Lifting Up LGBTQ Communities of Color in Chicago August 1, 2017, Equality Illinois Condemns Trump's Ban of Transgender Service People Endorsements are based on responses on candidate questionnaires and voting records. February 19, 2016, Equality Illinois Hosts Financial Education Fair December 1st,2022, Statement fromMony Ruiz-Velasco, Deputy Director ofEquality Illinois, the states LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, on the passageby the U.S. Senateof the Respect for Marriage Act June 1, 2018, Equality Illinois Pride Brunch Honors Two LGBTQ Advocates 4 Kimberly Lightford October 31, 2014, Equality Illinois Spends $600,000 Helping Candidates and Passing Marriage May 2, 2018, LGBTQ Advocacy Day to Push Inclusive Curriculum Bill August 7, 2018, Equality Illinois to Host Fahrenheit Chicago, the End-of-Summer Pride Celebration March 21, 2019, LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum Bill Passes Illinois House Gone but not forgotten : extracts of obituaries and death notices from White County, Illinois newspapers FamilySearch Library Illinois . Nov. 18, 2016, Equality Illinois Honors Lurie Children's Hospital with Business Leadership Award Equality Illinois on Thursday announced endorsements of a record number of LGBTQ candidates running in the 2022 general election. March 13, 2014 113 Jay Hoffman Rauner to Extend Non-Discrimination Protections to All Illinois Workplaces If you are planning on traveling to Equality, use this interactive map to help you locate everything from food to hotels to tourist destinations. 'Unprecedented' number of reports of harassment, bullying of LGBTQ December 7, 2015 Pritzker ADVOCATES CELEBRATE APPROVAL OF HB 1286 TO REDUCE BARRIERS FOR BUSINESSES TO BETTER SERVE THEIR CUSTOMERS AND ALLOW MORE GENDER-NEUTRAL RESTROOMS 15 Michael Kelly November 19, 2015, Equality Illinois Freedom Award Honors Nancy Pelosi 45 Jenn Ladisch Douglass Equality Illinois is the state's oldest, largest and most effective advocacy organization dedicated to defending rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Illinoisans. Residents of Equality tend to be conservative. 20 Cristina Pacione-Zayas Senator Mark Kirk Rauner Equality Illinois is the state's largest LGBTQ civil rights advocacy organization. December 5, 2017, Equality Illinois to Honor Transgender Youth Activist Jazz Jennings at Gala August 29, 2015, White Sox, Equality Illinois Continue LGBT Pride Night Tradition Pritzkers Approval of Legislation Strengthening, Illinois Non-Discrimination Protections in the Workplace, Illinois LGBTQ-Inclusive Jury Service Non-Discrimination Legislation Approved, Illinois Legislation to Advance Equity for LGBTQ Older Adults Approved by Gov. December 8th,2022, Statement by Michael Ziri, Director of Public Policy at Equality Illinois, the states civil rights organization for LGBTQ+ people, regarding the legislation announced this week by members of the Illinois House Democratic Caucus January 21, 2021, Equality Illinois Congratulates President-Elect Joe Biden And Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris On Their Presumptive Win Of TheElection Structure The Equality Illinois Institute focuses on the educational and charitable aspects of the mission. May 3, 2018, Illinois Senate Passes LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum Bill October 22, 2021, Equality Illinois celebrates Governor JB Pritzker for the increased number of LGBTQ leaders appointed to state Boards and Commissions in FY2021 Equality Illinois announces general election endorsements - 2369 - Gay October 5th, 2022, Coalition Joins Forces Outside Anti-Family, Anti-Equality Extremist Hate Group School Board Training To Encourage The Public To Run For School BoardOn A Platform Of Inclusion And Not Hate June 28, 2023, Illinois Healthcare Cultural Competency Coalition applauds passage of HB 2450 October 13, 2014, Equality Illinois PAC Makes Bipartisan Endorsements in Statewide Races ** City and ZIP Code Population will not be equal due to differences in their geographies. January 7, 2014 Court allows anti-trans youth healthcare ban in Alabama, Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Fest announces 41st edition program, Breaking down the origins and impact of the 'gay/trans panic defense', Federal Judge issues injunction restoring health care for Georgia transgender children, Trans women banned from world chess events for females. July 25, 2014, White House Executive Orders Protect LGBT Workers May 29, 2015, "Remembering the Pink Triangle" Commemoration Honors the Homosexual Victims of Nazism Equality Illinois on Thursday announced Illinois General Assembly and county-level endorsements for the 2022 Election. October 6, 2017, Equality Illinois Gala to Honor Planned Parenthood of Illinois and LGBTQ Rights Activist Jim Bennett Movement Advancement Project | State Profiles June 12, 2016, New Equality Illinois CEO to Launch Statewide Listening Tour County Office is not affiliated with any government agency. 63 Brian Meyers JB Pritzker The Illinois Eagle needs your help to serve the LGBTQ communities of Illinois. Equality Illinois complete endorsement list for the General Election can be found here. 6 Sonya Harper 54 Mary Beth Canty April 15, 2015, Illinois Laws Against LGBT Discrimination Provide Balance to Religious Freedom Standards Population 408 View Nearby Homes Illinois Gallatin County Real Estate Median Home Value $75,600 Equality Illinois, a 501(c)(4) organization, engages in the advocacy and electoral processes to defend and advance full equality, justice, and fairness for LGBTQ individuals and their families in Illinois. 26 Maria Peterson Since 1991, we have succeeded due to the involvement of people like you from all over the state! August 23, 2019, Equality Illinois Applauds Gov. January 11, 2015, Equality Illinois Names Policy Director, Development Associate 16 Kevin Olickal . Information found on CountyOffice.org is strictly for informational purposes and does . January 23, 2015, Equality Illinois Launches Initiative to Ban Conversion Therapy Rauner and Legislators Meet with Transgender Illinoisans, On LGBT Advocacy Day, Citizens Urge Support for Transgender Illinoisans and State-Funded Services, Equality Illinois Calls for Prompt Consideration of Court Nominee, Equality Illinois Offers Robust 2016 Legislative Agenda, Equality Illinois Hosts Financial Education Fair, Nancy Pelosi Headlines Saturday's 25th Anniversary Gala, Joint Statement on Stopping Discrimination Against Transgender Students, J.B. Pritzker Chairs Equality Illinois 25th Anniversary Gala, Equality Illinois CEO Bernard Cherkasov Steps Down Later This Year, Equality Illinois Denounces Discriminatory Legislation That Stigmatizes Transgender Students, Equality Illinois Applauds Rep. Dold, First Republican to Endorse Equality Act, New Look, Enduring Commitment Mark Equality Illinois' 25th Anniversary Rebranding, Equality Illinois PAC Hosts Pat Quinn To Support Pro-Equality Candidates, Equality Illinois Business Leadership Award Honors Mariano's, Palatine DisputeHighlights Discrimination Faced by Transgender Students, Equality Illinois Freedom Award Honors Nancy Pelosi, Equality Illinois Political Action Committee Hosts David Axelrod, Leaders Discuss Ongoing Fight for LGBT Rights in a Marriage Equality World, New Equality Illinois Springfield Office and Central Illinois Advocate, LGBT Consumers and Public Accommodation Law, Equality Illinois Expands Statewide Strategy, White Sox, Equality Illinois Continue LGBT Pride Night Tradition, New Protections for LGBT Youth and Gender Identity Become Law in Illinois, LGBT Equality Institute in Springfield Welcomes Experts and Grassroots Activists, Historic Equality Act Needed to Protect LGBT Americans, Enhanced Hate Crimes Protections Become Law in Illinois, Equality Illinois Honors 42 Law Firms for Commitment to Diversity, Durbin and Kirk Lead Illinois Support to Protect LGBT Youth, Corporate Social Responsibility and LGBT Equality: A Program to Build an Inclusive Workplace Culture, Equality Illinois Alarmed at Failure to Pass State Budget, Celebrate Marriage Victory But Remember Ongoing Challenges, Gerber House Named a National Historic Landmark, More Than 10,000 Same-sex Couples Wed in Illinois Await Supreme Court Decision, Conversion Therapy Restrictions Bill Sent to Gov.