Individuals with disabilities design lives in the community of their choice.

Uniting individuals and family voices for equity, dignity and choice.

Who We Are

We are a grass-roots coalition representing the interests of self-advocates with disabilities and their families who want to create a self-directed, strength-based life in their home community. Through education and outreach, we will build a strong, unified voice to advocate for these interests.

Our Impact

We believe that individuals with disabilities should be able to have a choice about where and how they live, and an equitable investment should be made in their choices. We are actively working to change the long-term services and support for individuals with disabilities in Illinois while aligning with national best practices in community-based supported living.

What You
Can Do

The more unified our voice, the stronger it will be in creating change. Join Engage IL and become a part of the movement to improve Illinois’ community-based supports and services.

How you can make an impact

When you contribute to Engage IL you're helping fuel our volunteer-driven movement for more progressive community supports for individuals with disabilities.

Make a Connection

Help us build the coalition by connecting us to a parent group or organization interested in hearing about Engage IL.