Save the dates for this important informational and free event sponsored by Kane County Democratic Women. Click on the links for more information about this forum.
Kane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System.”
ST. CHARLES, March 15, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System” on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S. 7th St., Geneva, IL. The purpose of the forum is to bring the community together to learn about the unique roles and perspectives that women bring to different roles in the justice system, obstacles and challenges (past and present) on the path to those positions, and implementation of changes to remove obstacles. The panel consists of a moderator and 4 speakers.
- Moderator: Judge Julio Valdez, Circuit Judge for the Kane County 16th Judicial District. Judge Valdez was honored in 2023 by the Judges Pro Bono Committee for giving a voice to the underrepresented in the community throughout his career as a lawyer and judge.
- Judge Sandra Parga, Kane County Associate Judge. Judge Parga practiced civil, criminal, and family law for 23 years before becoming an associate judge in the Juvenile Justice Court. Judge Parga is bilingual and serves on the Language Access and Judicial Education Committees.
- Dr. Alexandra Tsang, Psy.D., Chief Psychologist/Director, Kane County Diagnostic Center. Dr. Tsang has conducted numerous assessments for the courts, school districts, and police departments. She has also helped to establish programs for juveniles in detention.
- Jamie Mosser, Kane County State’s Attorney. Jamie has served as head of the Domestic Violence Unit where she prosecuted misdemeanor and felony crimes. She also worked in Drug Rehabilitative Court. In 2020, she was elected to the state’s attorney position.
- Amy Johnson, Undersheriff for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. Amy has had many duties at the sheriff’s office, including investigator/detective, field training officer, and juvenile officer. She is a member of the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force as a crime scene investigator.
The forum is free and open to the public. Questions regarding the Women & Power Speaker Series or the Kane County Democratic Women can be sent to KCDW Chair, Carolyn Bird Salazar at chair@kcdwomen.com
ABOUT THE KANE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: The mission of the KCDW is to harness the political power of Democratic women to create positive social change through engagement, education, and empowerment. Meetings are open to the public and held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. They alternate between Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora and Carmina’s Restaurant in Elgin.
Join a conversation on Monday, May 6 at 6 PM about the pending TIF District for the I-88/Route 47 corridor proposed by Crown Community Development in Sugar Grove. This is a massive project that would include single family homes, townhouses, apartments, retail, restaurants, and an e-commerce data center among other things.
Residents Molly Reimer and Carolyn Anderson will explain what a TIF district is and what potential impacts it presents to the community. Jera Piper, Kane-DuPage Soil & Water Conservation Board, will talk about the environmental impacts and concerns for this development.
More background information is available online:
- Feb 1, 2023 news report, WSPY-FM
- Mar 2, 2023 The Real Deal Real Estate News article
- The Grove Illinois
- Village of Sugar Grove
The meeting is at the Town and Country Library, 320 E. North St., Elburn 60119 from 6 to 8 PM. All are welcome.
This event is sponsored by Randi Olson, IL House District 70 candidate; Linda Robertson, IL House District 65 candidate; and Sandy Kaczmarski, County Board District 18 candidate.
Join the Elgin Township Democrats as we participate in Elgin’s 2nd Annual Pride Parade and Festival!
We will be staging in the S. Riverside Drive parking lot next to Festival Park in downtown Elgin. Look for Jack the Donkey to find us.
Staging 10am
Parade kickoff at 11am
PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair, kcdw@kcdwomen.com
Kane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Immigration 101: A Path Forward in Illinois and Why It Matters”
ST. CHARLES, June 28, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Immigration 101: A Path Forward in Illinois and Why It Matters” on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S. 7th St., Geneva, IL. The purpose of the forum is to bring the community together to learn from experts about the laws & policies that make up our immigration system, its history, and the current challenges and opportunities. The panel consists of a moderator and 4 speakers.
- Moderator: Dr. Sandy López, Director of the Undocumented Student Resource Center at NIU and a board member of the IL Latino Council on Higher Education.
- Marlén Romero Garcia, Esq. Immigration attorney for the YMCA in Elgin. Marlén’s passion is assisting immigrants as they traverse our immigration system.
- Dianha Ortega-Ehreth, Executive Director of Centro de Información. Centro provides immigration services and community resources, including food assistance.
- Maya Piña, Director at Casa Michoacan Elgin, a bi-national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the welfare and empowerment of the Latinx community.
- Farah Chalisa, Esq. Chicago attorney who handles employment discrimination and human rights litigation. She volunteers as the legal advisor for Empowering Women.
The forum is free and open to the public. Questions regarding the Women & Power Speaker Series or the Kane County Democratic Women can be sent to KCDW Chair, Carolyn Bird Salazar at kcdw@kcdwomen.com
ABOUT THE KANE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: The mission of the KCDW is to harness the political power of Democratic women to create positive social change through engagement, education, and empowerment. Meetings are open to the public and held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. They alternate between Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora and Carmina’s Restaurant in Elgin.
Sugar Grove corn boil parade is July 26.
4pm line up next to the library.
Join the Democrats in their spot in the parade.
The Hampshire Dems will be marching in the town’s Coon Creek Country Days Parade on August 11th at noon.
Assembly for the parade begins at 11:00 in downtown Hampshire.
Anyone interested in participating can see the parade map by clicking the following link, http://www.hcccd.com/parade.html
Help keep Kane County safe!
Join Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser, Sheriff Hain and State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs from around the region.
Come on over, hang with our previous State’s Attorney and our current State’s Attorney, Jamie Mosser AND help get her re-elected to serve and improve our county.
(Yes, come learn more about the role they play in our community!)
DeKalb and Kendall County’s State’s Attorneys will be there as well as Kendall County’s Sheriff.
Tickets only $25 Pay at door, use link below and if you can’t make it. Still click the link to make your donation!
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Location:
Alley 64
212 Main St
St. Charles, IL 60174
September 25 – 5:30-7:30pm
Documentary Screening: “No One Asked You”
A film documenting the need for joy in the fight for reproductive rights.
Featured Speaker
- Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
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Calling All Students! Your Voice Matters!
Join Elgin Community College’s Center for Civic Engagement for VOTE 2024 and get empowered to be a voice in shaping the future! We’re excited to welcome all students – whether you’re voting this year or just want to learn more about the process.
When:
October 29 & 30, 2024 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
What’s Happening?
Early Voting for Kane County Residents – Lakeside Patio (Outside B Building):
9 AM – 4 PM
Register to vote, cast your ballot, and get all the info you need.
Know Your Ballot Workshops – Alumni Room B-182 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM:
- See your ballot before voting
- Check your voter registration
- Learn about the voting process, ask questions, and get answers!
Why It Matters:
Young people’s voices are crucial in shaping policies that impact our daily lives, future opportunities, and the world we’re building together. Voting gives you a say in important issues like:
- Higher education costs and making college more affordable
- Access to quality jobs and career opportunities
- Policies that impact homeownership and financial stability
- Building long-term wealth for future security
- Childcare needs and family support
- Climate change and environmental policies to protect our planet
- Healthcare access and improving health services
By participating now, you’re helping to create a future that represents you and your values. Even if you’re not eligible to vote yet, learning the process now will make you ready to make your voice heard when the time comes!
Let’s make an impact together!
Calling All Students! Your Voice Matters!
Join Elgin Community College’s Center for Civic Engagement for VOTE 2024 and get empowered to be a voice in shaping the future! We’re excited to welcome all students – whether you’re voting this year or just want to learn more about the process.
When:
October 29 & 30, 2024 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
What’s Happening?
Early Voting for Kane County Residents – Lakeside Patio (Outside B Building):
9 AM – 4 PM
Register to vote, cast your ballot, and get all the info you need.
Know Your Ballot Workshops – Alumni Room B-182 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM:
- See your ballot before voting
- Check your voter registration
- Learn about the voting process, ask questions, and get answers!
Why It Matters:
Young people’s voices are crucial in shaping policies that impact our daily lives, future opportunities, and the world we’re building together. Voting gives you a say in important issues like:
- Higher education costs and making college more affordable
- Access to quality jobs and career opportunities
- Policies that impact homeownership and financial stability
- Building long-term wealth for future security
- Childcare needs and family support
- Climate change and environmental policies to protect our planet
- Healthcare access and improving health services
By participating now, you’re helping to create a future that represents you and your values. Even if you’re not eligible to vote yet, learning the process now will make you ready to make your voice heard when the time comes!
Let’s make an impact together!
