Advocacy at ICAAP
ICAAP advocates on behalf of children and pediatricians in Illinois. We focus on issues pertaining to the health and well-being of children, such as access to medical care, Medicaid improvements for physicians and children, immunizations, school health, injury prevention, and environmental health.
Advocacy Day in Springfield for Members - Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | Register Here by April 29th
Advocacy Day Schedule:
- 10:30am to 12:00pm – Lunch and training at State House Inn (101 E Adams St, Springfield - Assembly Room)
- 1:00pm to 3:00pm – At the Capitol to meet with legislators
- 3:00pm to 4:00pm – Snack and debrief at State House Inn
Our sleeping room block at the State House Inn in now closed. But they may have rooms available at their current rate.
If traveling from Chicago: 7:15am – train departs Union Station, 10:10am – train arrives in Springfield. Return: 4:46pm – train departs for Chicago, 8:00pm – train arrives at Union Station.
Get Involved
If you are interested in becoming involved in advocacy, consider joining ICAAP's Committee on Governmental Affairs. This statewide committee meets several times per year via conference call to discuss pending legislation in Springfield and plan ICAAP's policy agenda. For more information, contact Jennie Pinkwater.
Resident Education on Advocacy for Children’s Health (REACH) Sessions
REACH is an advocacy presentation developed for pediatric residents to provide an overview of advocacy at the state level. The presentation provides an update on legislation that affects children and providers and equips attendees with tools needed to become advocates for children. Although developed for residents, it is great information for anyone wanting to learn more about advocacy and is open to all ICAAP members.
Trainings are 10:00 to 11:15am CST via Zoom. To register, email Jennie Pinkwater at jpinkwater@illinoisaap.com. Please register at least one week in advance.