We cannot cease in confronting our country’s history and relationship to identity. It is time for us to take a closer look at the inequities that are deeply rooted in our systems and institutions and work together to create an America where every individual has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, religion, and identity. 

Throughout this challenge information from the 2020 ALICE Report for Illinois will be presented to provided data associated with the topics. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. It represents individuals and families who earn more than the Federal Poverty Level, but not enough to cover the basic cost of living, called the ALICE threshold, in their counties. The data provided in the reports can help inform strategies for positive community change. 

2020 Alice Study