Yesterday and today we helped welcome 1,000 Chicago high school students to the polls for the first time. Democracy looks good on Chicago’s youth. Thank you Chicago Votes for making it happen!

1/ Keshia is facing 2nd degree murder charges after defending herself against an abusive ex-boyfriend who attacked her. We’re calling on SA Burke to drop the charges. 

Celebrate the centennial of the 19th Amendment with an unforgettable evening of music on Friday, March 20 & Sunday, March 22 at Grace Lutheran Church in River Forest. The evening includes a post-concert talkback on voting rights and civic engagement. 🎟 Get your tickets today! bit.ly/4aHmlND

Chicago’s primaries often have low turnout, but voting matter! That’s why She Votes IL is supporting Chicago Votes’ Parade to the Polls. Join us at the Downtown Supersite today & tomorrow!

Join She Votes IL at the No Kings Rally & March in Grant Park, Chicago on Sat, March 28. This country belongs to the people. Join us in Grant Park as we rally & march to make our message heard.  Sign up today! bit.ly/NoKingsChiMarch28  #HandsOffChicago #NoKingsChicago

1/ A Chicago man was just sentenced to 28 years for trafficking women and girls across our state. A reminder that exploitation is happening in Illinois communities right now. What policies actually protect survivors and hold buyers accountable? chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2026/0...

1/ What happened to Amy Hicks at Logan Correctional is deeply disturbing. While in the custody, she was forced to induce labor against her will. The IL RHA affirms that reproductive decisions belong to the individual. That protection does not stop at the prison gate.

Gun manufacturers profit while communities pay the price. The RIFL Act changes the equation by ensuring firearm manufacturers share the costs of gun violence, aligning their financial interests with prevention & safer innovation. Join us in Springfield! secure.numero.ai/signup/RIFL-Act-Lobby-Day

🚨 CALL TO ACTION - DUE WED, MAR 4  Fill out a witness slip as PROPONENT for SB2915 requiring IL judges & relevant personnel to receive mandatory, ongoing education on sexual assault cases. Support legislation that helps ensure judges understand trauma, avoid common misconceptions. 👉 bit.ly/4u0YFuX

Violet Surprise Theatre proudly presents The Revolutionists by Lauren Gunderson, a bold, hilarious look at the French Revolution from a woman’s perspective. 🩵 Touring in the Chicagoland area through July 18. Find a performance near you and join the revolution: bit.ly/3Mx6OXo

NEW She Votes, She Reads: Out Now! Our latest publication is live, featuring a curated roundup of the stories, long-reads, & global news shaping our community right now. This is your roadmap for staying informed and taking action. Read here: https://mailchi.mp/df7a4db6cd7c/shevotesshereads0228

📢 Our latest Nation Watch Weekly is live.  From critical updates on reproductive rights & immigration to the latest developments in LGBTQ+ advocacy, we’re breaking down the national headlines you need to know. 🎉 Don't miss this week's Weekly Wins! Read the full update here:

1/ Keshia Golden survived domestic violence & acted in self-defense to protect herself & unborn child. Yet, she is still facing murder charges. No one should be prosecuted for surviving violence

Early Voting in all 50 Wards of Chicago begins on Monday, March 2nd at 9:00am. For more info on early voting locations, what’s on your ballot, and creating a plan to vote, check out our Voting Info Guide at shevotesil.org/your-vote-matters.html

1/ The allegations coming out of Oswego High School are deeply disturbing. No student should have to endure grooming, sexual harassment, or fear inside their own school. We stand with the survivors who have come forward. It takes immense courage to speak out. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/25/o...

The deadline to register to vote online in Illinois is March 1 at 11:59 PM. If you’re turning 18, voting for the first time, or have moved, now’s the time to get registered. Start here: ova.elections.il.gov Already registered? This is a great time to double-check your registration details!

Illinois is a critical access point for care, and now, a new public-private partnership will help clinics meet growing demand. Illinois’ strong legal protections and state support have made it a national model for reproductive health care access. www.tspr.org/illinois-pub...

🚨 CALL TO ACTION - DUE THURS, FEB 26 BY 9AM Submit a witness slip as PROPONENT to support SB3340, introduced by @senatorguzman.bsky.social, banning discrimination against people who wear protective medical equipment in public. Defend personal health autonomy & medical privacy. 👉 bit.ly/4sdNHAP

In Illinois, people in jail awaiting trial still have the right to vote, but a new report shows access varies widely by county. We're working to close the gap, but real equity requires stronger statewide action. 📣 Call your IL state legislators to support the RACE Act. www.wttw.com/firsthand/de...

Join the Carbondale “At the Table” Dinner & Dialogue on Tuesday, March 3 at the Carbondale Civic Center as the City of Carbondale and Survivor Empowerment Center celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth. Register today! www.paxtonmedia.com/news/the_sou...

1/3 🚨 ICYMI: Witness Slips Due TODAY 🚨 Two important bills need your support. Submit your witness slip as a PROPONENT before the deadline!

A NC court has recognized #endometriosis as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act, after Cece Worley won her discrimination case. Chronic reproductive health conditions are real and no one should have to choose between their health and their job. www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...

ILGA WITNESS SLIPS - WEEK OF FEBRUARY 23 📣 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 📣 ✅ Your Voice Is Needed: File a witness slip as a 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐓 to move forward critical legislation combating human trafficking & domestic violence, supporting maternal health, menstrual equity, menopause & more! ➡️ bit.ly/WitnessSlips0223

She Votes IL: Nation Watch Weekly – Feb. 21 This week’s roundup covers major national developments,. Plus don't miss our Weekly Wins and inspiring moments from the 2026 Winter Olympics that are making history. Read the full Nation Watch Weekly here. shevotesil.substack.com/p/she-votes-...

🧵 (1/2) A new report from the CDC finds that nearly 1 in 4 pregnant women are delaying prenatal care or going without it altogether. With maternity care deserts growing and access challenges increasing across the country, this trend is deeply concerning. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Attorney General Kwame Raoul is leading 20 AGs in opposing new CMS/HHS rules that would threaten Medicare & Medicaid funding to block gender-affirming care for youth. www.riverbender.com/news/details...

1/ The headlines about the Jeffrey Epstein case have forced a difficult but necessary global conversation: sex trafficking isn’t something that only happens in the shadows of far-off places. It thrives where power, money, and silence protect it. That’s why The Right Track matters right now.

🚨 REMINDER: Voter intimidation and harassment are illegal. Know your rights. If you encounter any issues at the polls, call the Election Protection hotline: English: 866-OUR-VOTE Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA Arabic: 844-YALLA-US Asian Languages*: 888-API-VOTE #VoteReady

Join Chicago Votes, She Votes IL, and the Unlock Civics Coalition for the 2026 RACE Act Day of Advocacy! Participants will meet directly with lawmakers & call for a more inclusive democracy that reflects all Illinoisans. No prior advocacy experience is required. Sign up today 👉 bit.ly/4kxdQaV

1/3 📢 Chicago saw the lowest number of murders in 60 years in 2025, and community-led violence prevention played a huge role. But that progress is at risk if we don’t protect proven solutions and support accountability in firearm policy. blockclubchicago.org/2026/02/09/g...

Bayer has launched its new global #WomensHealth campaign, ‘Anything but Normal’, challenging the long-standing tendency to dismiss chronic pain & debilitating symptoms as “just part of life.” www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/em...

📣 Cook County Voters! The Injustice Watch Cook County judicial voting guide for the March 2026 primary is here. An essential resource to get you #VoteReady! www.injusticewatch.org/checkyourjud...

Tune in TONIGHT at 6 PM CST for the Win With Black Women Illinois x Sisters Lead Sisters Vote Candidate Conversation. Register now! bit.ly/ILCandidateConversationsPrimary2026

ILGA WITNESS SLIPS - WEEK OF FEBRUARY 16 📣 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 📣 ✅ Fill out witness slips as a 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗡𝗧 to support legislation that addresses human rights, prison reform, public safety, immigrant rights, LGBTQ+ rights, animal welfare, and domestic violence prevention. ➡️ bit.ly/WitnessSlips0216

📢 The latest edition of She Votes, She Reads is here! In a rapidly shifting political landscape, staying informed is our most powerful tool for defense and advocacy. We’ve also included upcoming events and advocacy opportunities. Read the full publication here 👉 bit.ly/4riCnD9

📣 Our Nation Watch Weekly is live with another wave of national headlines impacting our rights, our communities, & our democracy. Don’t miss our Weekly Wins, where courts & communities are pushing back, & our Olympic highlights of the athletes making history! 👉 bit.ly/NationWW0214

1/ Charged with murder for the outcome of an act of self-defense. In October of 2022, while 8 months pregnant, Keshia Golden stabbed a man as he violently attacked her in her home. Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke responded by charging Keshia with murder. #FreeKeshia

🩸 Perimenopause is gaining visibility, and workplaces have an opportunity to better support people navigating this midlife transition. Join Period Posse for a global webinar on Thursday, Feb 19 at 7AM CST. Register today! www.publichealth.columbia.edu/research/pro...

📣 Illinois voters: The deadline to submit paper voter registration forms for the March 17 primary is Feb 17! ⚠️ Mail early or submit in person. USPS postmarks are now applied when mail is processed, which can take at least 1–2 days. Get vote ready at shevotesil.org/your-vote-matters.html

Starting February 12, Chicago voters can cast their ballots at two downtown sites: 137 S State St and 69 W Washington St, 6th Floor. Locations are ADA-accessible, and same-day registration is available. Early voting in each ward begins March 2. 🔗 Get vote-ready: shevotesil.org/your-vote-ma...

📣 Reimagining Public Safety Town Hall – Metro East Feb 23 | 6 PM How can we make Illinois safer? Come learn about the RIFL Act & other efforts to reduce violence in Illinois. The RIFL Act (HB3320/SB2279) will save lives, save money, fund CVI, & deliver justice. Register today at bit.ly/4bMgRlF

Black pregnant women are being ignored and dismissed in the U.S. health care system with devastating consequences. 📣 Contact your Members of Congress to hold providers accountable, expand access to doulas and midwives, and strengthen maternal health care. nationalpartnership.org/disrespected...

(1/2) 🚨 The SAVE Act is back and it could make it harder for millions of women to vote. New documentation requirements would disproportionately affect women who change their names, juggle caregiving responsibilities, or face financial barriers. msmagazine.com/2026/02/09/s...

Chicago just recorded its lowest number of homicides since 1965. This didn’t happen by accident. This new piece explains what worked & why it’s at risk if funding cuts continue. The solution? The RIFL Act. 📣 Contact your IL state legislators to support the RIFL Act! bit.ly/4rcc01Y

Nearly half of Chicago’s SNAP households include working adults. Low wages and unstable hours leave families struggling. If full-time and essential workers can’t afford food, it’s a sign of deeper problems in how we value labor and structure our economy. www.wbez.org/politics/202...

📢 We’re breaking down the national headlines you need to know, from the latest threats to reproductive rights & immigrant rights to domestic violence trends & more. Don’t miss the “Weekly Wins” protecting our democracy & our communities - it's longer than ever! Read it here: 👉 bit.ly/NationWW0207

Black Illinoisans make up nearly 40% of new HIV cases, and Black women are 14x more likely to be newly diagnosed than white women. Yet <3% of state HIV funding goes to Black-led orgs in hardest-hit communities. 📣 Call your state legislators to prioritize equitable HIV funding.

🩸 SB2967, the Menstrual Health Workplace Equity Act, would give workers meaningful support for menstrual health needs, including additional paid leave or flexible work options when necessary. 📞 Call your IL state legislators today & urge them to support SB2967. natlawreview.com/article/stat...

🧵 (1/2) In 2026, sheriff & prosecutor elections could reshape policing, incarceration, & immigration policy. And while IL law limits cooperation with ICE, local officials still play a role in how immigrant protections, public safety, & accountability are implemented in practice. bit.ly/4qehWpO