Program Outcomes

IMPACT

Over the past year, Illinois Extension's Local Government Education programs focused on economic investment and community vitality, workforce development, leadership, policy, equity, and resiliency. This education and continued outreach help communities build capacity for innovative and informed decision-making to enhance quality of life for residents.

Visit the archives to see programs on community-driven broadband development, transitioning coal communities, assessing your community's housing needs, integrating equity practices into your organization, community planning and development, and more.

Last year, professionals from across Illinois engaged in 72 statewide educational sessions and workshops, ranging in topics aimed at enhancing leadership, economic development, equity, resiliency, and much more.

10,995 reached
Increasing Community Involvement and Leadership
About 11,000 professionals gained knowledge on leadership, public service, strategic planning, project management, and community or county engagement.
6,286
Enhancing Economic Investments and Financial Stability
As continued federal and state assistance opportunities pushed demand for investment planning and strategies, over 6,000 professionals gained instruction on utilizing opportunities and programs.
8,919 reached
Increasing Economic Vitality and Community Resiliency
Resiliency, whether economic or environmental, never mattered more amidst more extreme weather and climate change. About 9,000 professionals joined these conversations to strengthen their communities.