Elected officials are invited to join us for a special day at the Illinois State Capitol as we showcase how Illinois Extension is serving your constituents. Our displays will demonstrate the vital work Extension is accomplishing in communities throughout Illinois.
Extension leverages innovative research, cutting-edge technology, and collaborative partnerships to build a future where every community member is equipped to thrive in an evolving world. This event supports our request for additional funding to expand Extension's reach with new educators in food and agriculture, environment, health, community, and economy across every county.
Meet the people making a difference in your district by visiting displays about Extension’s work in the following areas:
- Cook County Initiative
- 4-H
- Social Emotional Learning
- Health and Community Wellness
- Grocery Store Initiative
- Find Food Illinois and Hunters Feeding Illinois
- Agriculture and AgriBusiness
- Nutrient Loss Reduction
- Agriculture Research Centers and Digital Ag
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- Natural Resource, Environment, and Energy
- Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant
- Climate Resilience
- Community and Economic Development
- Hazard Mitigation