Take Action
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Send someone a petition link, print & distribute our “Take Action” flyer below, bring a friend to a lobby day, or share our petitions. Spread the word however you can.
Letter Campaigns
Add your name to support our bills and send a letter to your legislator. Then check out our other active campaigns.
Share on Socials
Check out our Canva graphics and share them on your social media to spread the word about our human rights campaigns.
In-District
Advocacy
Visit Your Rep: Make Your Voice Heard In-District
Your state legislators’ district offices are meant for exactly this. Showing up in person is one of the most powerful things a constituent can do. It signals you're paying attention, you're organized, and you're not going away.
We're asking people across Illinois to visit their representatives and advocate for the passage of ICHR’s bills. Here's everything you need to walk in ready.
How to Visit Your Rep
1. Find your legislator. Not sure who represents you? Look up your Illinois state senator and representative at ilga.gov using your home address.
2. Contact their district office. Call or email to request an in-person meeting. Identify yourself as a constituent. You don't need to give a reason — but you can say you'd like to discuss pending legislation.
3. Bring people if you can. A small group of 2–5 constituents is ideal. It shows community support without overwhelming the office.
4. Show up prepared. You don't need to be an expert. You just need to know why you care and what you're asking for.
What to Say
Keep it simple. Lead with who you are, where you live, and why this matters to you personally.
Then make the ask clear:
"I'm a constituent, and I'm here to ask you to support the passage of [bill name]. Here's why it matters to me..."
You don't need to recite every policy detail. Legislators and their staff hear from lobbyists all day. A real person with a real story cuts through.
Before You Go
Bring a one-pager — we've got resources below
Write down your ask so you don't forget it under pressure
Take notes during the meeting — who you spoke with, what they said
After Your Visit
Tell us how it went. Your report-back helps us track where legislators stand and coordinate next steps across the coalition
SPREAD THE WORD!
Print and distribute this flyer in your communities (think your local coffee shop, your community organization, your campus, etc.) Things are changing quickly with this bill— it is being scheduled and cancelled in committee — the QR code on this flyer goes to our “Witness Slips” page, which is regularly updated as things with The Illinois Human Rights Advocacy Protection Act develop.
Lobby Days
Our May 20 Lobby Day was a HUGE SUCCESS!
THANK YOU!
Thank you for joining us at the MAY 20 RALLY at the State Capitol and to everyone who has participated in this campaign so far!
We are now pushing for a floor vote - please send a letter to your legislator and share the link below!