Advocates for the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless with State Sen. LandekSPRINGFIELD - Advocates from the 12th District representing the Greater Chicago Food Depository visited Senator Landek in Springfield on Wednesday, May 6. They highlighted the multitude of programs and services they offer to those in need. For more information about their services, including some in the district, visit their website at www.chicagosfoodbank.org

State Sen. Landek with advocates for the Chicago Coalition for the HomelessSPRINGFIELD - Senator Landek met with representatives of the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless on Wednesday, May 6. They were advocating for funding in the FY 16 budget and legislation that removed lifetime barriers to employment for people who have turned their lives around.

State Sen. Landek with advocates for the Latino Policy ForumSPRINGFIELD - Advocates with the Latino Policy Forum spoke with Senator Landek to urge support for Early Intervention and the Child Care Assistance Program. Among them were parents of children who attend the St. Mary of Celle Family Center in Berwyn.

State Sen. Landek with (from left): Stephanie Torres, Shara Refugio and Joe StahlSPRINGFIELD - Students from the College of Dupage visited Senator Landek on April 28 to highlight the positive impact that community colleges have in Illinois. Stephanie Torres, Shara Refugio and Joe Stahl discussed the importance of keeping college costs down and what can be done to ease the transition from community colleges to four-year universities.