Events

Come join our April member comms team meeting!

We'll keep talking about how we can contribute to the Make Polluters Pay campaign, talk about the future of this crew, and see what else everybody is up to. See you soon!

Come strategize with us as we take on big polluters in the state of IL and fight for legislation that can improve our communities. This is a virtual meeting over Zoom. See you all soon!  

Do you have things you want to talk about? Are you looking for ways to fight back against billionaires who are destroying our communities? Do you care about the environment, healthcare, justice, upcoming elections, or unfair labor practices?

Come whenever it works for you and stay as long as you’d like. Connect with neighbors, create art, hear calls to action, and take part in meaningful conversations about ongoing organizing efforts. We’ll also share updates from The People’s Lobby task forces—including upcoming election work—and offer concrete ways to get involved.

This is a monthly event, so whether this is your first time or you’ve joined us before, you’re always welcome. Together, we will win. We can’t wait to welcome you!

RSVP now to be part of the change.

Join TPL, labor organizations, and working people across Chicagoland who believe that communities, not corporations, need to come first as we march together on May Day.

The People's Lobby delegation will meet at the corner of Lake and Randolph. Wear your TPL swag and look out for our banner!

Join us on May 27 at 7pm for The People's Lobby's New Member Orientation! This is a space for people who are new to The People's Lobby, curious about our work, or interested in learning more about task forces other than the ones they're in to find out how all our work fits together.

The People’s Lobby is a membership-driven organization devoted to organizing widespread support for legislation and candidates that put the needs of people and the planet before the interests of big corporations and the very rich.

We’re building a nationwide movement to make polluters pay for the damage they’re inflicting on our climate and communities. Our goal is to build a groundswell of public support for legislation to hold Big Oil accountable. It isn’t fair that Big Oil companies continue to rake in record profits while we pay the price for their pollution and lies.

Join the Southside Environmental Justice team on Saturday, May 9 from 1:00PM-3:00PM at the South Shore Library to learn more about the Make Polluters Pay campaign and how you and your neighbors can shape climate policy to support environmental justice in your community and Illinois at large! Snacks and refreshments provided.

The Health Care Task Force is deeply engaged in the fight for equitable health care in Illinois. In the fall Veto Session, we passed HB1085, key legislation that will bring us closer to achieving dignified health care for all.

We invite you to join us at our Health Care for All Monthly Meeting from 6:30-8 PM. During this meeting, you’ll learn:

• What our fight for dignified health care means
• Updates on our campaign
• How you can get involved to make a difference

Together, we’re taking meaningful steps toward a future where everyone has access to the health care they deserve. Your voice and energy are essential to this movement!

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We hope to see you there as we continue this important work. Let’s make health care justice a reality for all!

Join the People's Lobby for a teach-in where we will share stories about the importance of community-based services, our policy proposals to raise new equitable revenue, and how and why we fight against corporate power.

Our state budget is the first line of defense against the Trump administration. Next year’s federal budget pays for ICE violence and cuts funding for food assistance and health care that working families desperately need to survive. We must fight back against Trump's tax cuts with a state budget that reflects the needs of our communities.

This is the registration page for the second part of this two-part training. You can register for the first part here.

Please join us in the Southwest Suburbs for two evenings of skills training, strategy conversations, and resource sharing to stand up against fascism. Learn about the elements of successful, global movements in resisting authoritarianism and fascism, and what our current moment calls for locally and nationally. Learn effective skills and strategies around direct action. Build community while learning about the power of collective noncompliance and mass noncooperation. Connect with other local activists and make plans for action, together!

This is the registration page for the first part of this two-part training. You can find the registration for the second part here.

Please join us in the Southwest Suburbs for two evenings of skills training, strategy conversations, and resource sharing to stand up against fascism. Learn about the elements of successful, global movements in resisting authoritarianism and fascism, and what our current moment calls for locally and nationally. Learn effective skills and strategies around direct action. Build community while learning about the power of collective noncompliance and mass noncooperation. Connect with other local activists and make plans for action, together!

Come strategize with us as we take on big polluters in the state of IL and fight for legislation that can improve our communities. This is a virtual meeting over Zoom. See you all soon!  

Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87875137519?pwd=8COukDw9ei5UlT45bgDMYm1mtFfXC7.1

The oil industry is profiting from polluting our communities. Polluters make us sick and poison our neighborhoods, and bring us into unnecessary wars. Now is the time to hold polluters accountable by making sure they pay for the pain that they cause through our Make Polluters Pay legislation.

It is time to take on corporate power and bring in a green, sustainable future, with consequences for those who destroy our planet. Join our Make Polluter Pay teach-in to learn how you can be part of our movement to take on corporations that pollute our communities and shape legislation that can create a cleaner, healthier Illinois that puts people over profits.

The oil industry is profiting from polluting our communities. Polluters make us sick and poison our neighborhoods, and bring us into unnecessary wars. Now is the time to hold polluters accountable by making sure they pay for the pain that they cause through our Make Polluters Pay legislation.

It is time to take on corporate power and bring in a green, sustainable future, with consequences for those who destroy our planet. Join our Make Polluter Pay teach-in to learn how you can be part of our movement to take on corporations that pollute our communities and shape legislation that can create a cleaner, healthier Illinois that puts people over profits.

The oil industry is profiting from polluting our communities. Polluters make us sick and poison our neighborhoods, and bring us into unnecessary wars. Now is the time to hold polluters accountable by making sure they pay for the pain that they cause through our Make Polluters Pay legislation.

It is time to take on corporate power and bring in a green, sustainable future, with consequences for those who destroy our planet. Join our Make Polluter Pay teach-in to learn how you can be part of our movement to take on corporations that pollute our communities and shape legislation that can create a cleaner, healthier Illinois that puts people over profits.

This is not a Wheaton Library Sponsor Event.

Come to Springfield to join us in directly engaging our legislators! We'll provide food, transportation, and all the training you need to help move your elected officials forward on our closing corporate tax loopholes to raise revenue for education and services, health care, criminal justice, and Make Polluters Pay:

• VIRTUAL training and orientation: TBD
• Expect to be on the road from a designated pick up spot by 6am (so you'll have to leave home before 6 am) and arrive back at at the pick up spot by around 7:30 pm
• Plan to have first meetings with legislators starting at 10:00, last meeting starting at 2:00 pm, group picture at 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm departure
• What to wear: comfy clothes and shoes… (There will be lots of walking. Wear your TPL t-shirt. If this is your first lobby day, you'll get a t-shirt. You do NOT need to dress up.)
• You'll: bring your own bottled water, coffee and breakfast and coffee to enjoy in the van.
• We'll: provide snacks and lunch.

Come to Springfield to join us in directly engaging our legislators! We'll provide food, transportation, and all the training you need to help move your elected officials forward on our closing corporate tax loopholes to raise revenue for education and services, health care, criminal justice, and Make Polluters Pay:

• VIRTUAL training and orientation: April 12 at 6pm
• Expect to be on the road from a designated pick up spot by 6am (so you'll have to leave home before 6 am) and arrive back at at the pick up spot by around 7:30 pm
• Plan to have first meetings with legislators starting at 10:00, last meeting starting at 2:00 pm, group picture at 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm departure
• What to wear: comfy clothes and shoes… (There will be lots of walking. Wear your TPL t-shirt. If this is your first lobby day, you'll get a t-shirt. You do NOT need to dress up.)
• You'll: bring your own bottled water, coffee and breakfast and coffee to enjoy in the van.
• We'll: provide snacks and lunch.

Join The People's Lobby for a town hall on using our state's budget to defend Illinois from MAGA, ICE, and economic violence!

Our state budget is the first line of defense against the Trump administration. Next year’s federal budget pays for ICE violence and cuts funding for food assistance and health care that working families desperately need to survive. We must fight back against Trump's tax cuts with a state budget that reflects the needs of our communities.

Doors open at 11 a.m., and the program starts at 1 p.m. See you soon!

This team meets monthly as part of the Health Care Task Force to build power, deepen connection, and organize around what mental health providers—and the communities we serve—actually need.

This meeting is a space for power-building, shared strategy, and collective action to strengthen provider wellbeing and expand access to meaningful mental health care.

Mental Health Provider Team Meeting

7:00–8:00 PM

Location: Virtual

We hope you can join us.

The Health Care Task Force is deeply engaged in the fight for equitable health care in Illinois. In the fall Veto Session, we passed HB1085, key legislation that will bring us closer to achieving dignified health care for all.

We invite you to join us at our Health Care for All Monthly Meeting from 6:30-8 PM. During this meeting, you’ll learn:

• What our fight for dignified health care means
• Updates on our campaign
• How you can get involved to make a difference

Together, we’re taking meaningful steps toward a future where everyone has access to the health care they deserve. Your voice and energy are essential to this movement!

[RSVP to receive the Zoom link]

We hope to see you there as we continue this important work. Let’s make health care justice a reality for all!

On Tuesday, March 10, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

Please join us on Zoom from 5pm-8pm to get the word out about Robert Peters from the comfort and warmth of your home.

Do you have things you want to talk about? Are you looking for ways to fight back against billionaires who are destroying our communities? Do you care about the environment, healthcare, justice, upcoming elections, or unfair labor practices?

Come whenever it works for you and stay as long as you’d like. Connect with neighbors, create art, hear calls to action, and take part in meaningful conversations about ongoing organizing efforts. We’ll also share updates from The People’s Lobby task forces—including upcoming election work—and offer concrete ways to get involved.

This is a monthly event, so whether this is your first time or you’ve joined us before, you’re always welcome. Together, we will win. We can’t wait to welcome you!

RSVP now to be part of the change.

On Tuesday, March 17, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Monday, March 16, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Sunday, March 15, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

**PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME AND STAGING LOCATION!**

On Saturday, March 14, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

Join the Environmental Justice Task Force for a training on personal narratives and how we use them to win our campaigns through public communications, organizing our communities, and lobbying our lawmakers.

We'll talk about our campaign to Make Polluters Pay in Illinois, eat lunch together, and develop our skills! All are welcome, whether you've participated in the EJ Task Force before or you're brand new.

Please reach out to annelise@thepeopleslobbyusa.org if you have any questions about this training.

On Tuesday, March 17, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Monday, March 16, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Sunday, March 15, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

**PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN START TIME AND STAGING LOCATION!**

On Saturday, March 14, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

This training is NOT open to the public. We have an application process, that includes talking to one of our staff or trained leader within the organization. By filling out this form, you're indicating interest in having an exploratory conversation about this training with a staff or trained leader at The People's Lobby.

Come join our March member comms team meeting!

We'll discuss narrative strategy for the Make Polluters Pay campaign. See you soon!

This training is NOT open to the public. We have an application process, that includes talking to one of our staff or trained leader within the organization. By filling out this registration form, you're indicating interest in having an exploratory conversation about this training with a staff or trained leader at The People's Lobby.

This team meets monthly as part of the Health Care Task Force to build power, deepen connection, and organize around what mental health providers—and the communities we serve—actually need.

This meeting is a space for power-building, shared strategy, and collective action to strengthen provider wellbeing and expand access to meaningful mental health care.

Date: Monthly meeting
Time: 7:00–8:00 PM
Location: Virtual

We hope you can join us.

On Sunday, March 8, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

Join our CJR Taskforce where we strategize around building power to advance criminal justice reform in the Chicago region and in the state of Illinois. If you are down with:

Promoting policies that reduce over-incarceration;

Supporting proven alternatives to jailing people for certain offenses;

Advocating for alternative strategies that reduce crime and promote long-term public safety; and

Holding elected officials accountable when necessary

WE WANT YOU!

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We hope to see you there as we continue this important work. Let's build a more just and equitable system for all in this city and in this state.

On Saturday, March 7, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Saturday, February 28, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Saturday, February 21, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

The Health Care Task Force is deeply engaged in the fight for equitable health care in Illinois. In the fall Veto Session, we passed HB1085, key legislation that will bring us closer to achieving dignified health care for all.

We invite you to join us at our Health Care for All Monthly Meeting from 6:30-8 PM. During this meeting, you’ll learn:

• What our fight for dignified health care means
• Updates on our campaign
• How you can get involved to make a difference

Together, we’re taking meaningful steps toward a future where everyone has access to the health care they deserve. Your voice and energy are essential to this movement!

[RSVP to receive the Zoom link]

We hope to see you there as we continue this important work. Let’s make health care justice a reality for all!

New to the Fight for Dignified Health Care for All?
Wondering How You Can Make a Real Difference?
Ready to Take Action but Not Sure Where to Start?

Join us for our Health Care Task Force Orientation
6:00–6:30 PM
On Zoom

Whether you're just learning about the movement or ready to dive in, this 30-minute session will give you the foundation you need to get started. Right after the orientation, stick around for our monthly task force meeting to meet the team and see the work in action!

What to Expect:

• Our vision and strategy to win dignified health care for all

• Clear, meaningful ways you can get involved — no experience required

• Immediate next steps to plug into the movement

RSVP now to be part of the change.
Together, we can make health care a human right — not a privilege.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Join us this Thursday, January 29, at Target, 1101 W Jackson Ave, to protest its support of ICE’s campaign of terror.

Target CEO Brian Cornell came out strongly in favor of DEI after the murder of George Floyd in 2020, but quickly went back on those commitments when Trump was elected. The Target corporation even made its first-ever donation to an inauguration campaign last year–to Trump’s campaign.

Since then, Target has supported ICE’s campaign of terror by allowing CBP Chief Greg Bovino to invade a Target in St. Paul and film propaganda there and allowing ICE to assault and kidnap two Target employees, who are citizens, while they were at work.

In Chicago, Target let ICE agents use their parking lots as a staging location to facilitate their ongoing work to kidnap our neighbors and terrorize our communities. Still, the corporation is allowing ICE agents access to Target stores nationwide and has remained silent even after the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti

We’re demanding that Target:

• Publicly call for ICE to leave Minnesota and Illinois

• Affirm Target stores as 4th amendment workplaces, publicly post signage denying entrance to immigration agents without signed judicial warrants, and train staff on how to respond if immigration agents enter illegally

• Restore the DEI commitments they made in 2020

This workshop designed to build and strengthen social justice ministry work within area faith-based institutions as well as provide individuals with concrete step to activate their personal commitment to justice in the public area through a faith lense.

Our state budget is the first line of defense against Trump. Next year’s federal budget pays for ICE violence and cuts funding for food assistance and healthcare that working families desperately need to survive. We must fight back against Trump's tax cuts with a state budget that reflects the needs of our communities.

Do you have things you want to talk about? Are you looking for ways to fight back against billionaires who are destroying our communities? Do you care about the environment, healthcare, justice, upcoming elections, or unfair labor practices?

Come whenever it works for you and stay as long as you’d like. Connect with neighbors, create art, hear calls to action, and take part in meaningful conversations about ongoing organizing efforts. We’ll also share updates from The People’s Lobby task forces—including upcoming election work—and offer concrete ways to get involved.

This is a monthly event, so whether this is your first time or you’ve joined us before, you’re always welcome. Together, we will win. We can’t wait to welcome you!

RSVP now to be part of the change.

On Saturday, February 14, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!

On Saturday, February 7, join TPL members, neighbors, union siblings, and community partners from across Chicagoland to make sure we send our growing slate of progressive champions into the halls of power and elect State Senator Robert Peters, TPL’s former political director, to national office.

We'll provide all the training and materials you'll need to get you prepared to talk to folks in the district about why Robert is the best choice for this race. See you there!