Wisconsin Humanities Council

The YWCA of Northwestern Illinois has been dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and children in the region since 1891, continually evolving its mission-driven services to meet the needs of the community. Through various programs, including literacy instruction and childcare support, the organization aims to strengthen the fabric of Rockford and its surrounding counties. In addition to its core services, the YWCA actively promotes self-sufficiency among Latino and Hispanic families and fosters community engagement through events such as One Table, an open-air dining experience. The organization is committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, and advocating for peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Generated from the website

Wisconsin Health Literacy, a division of Wisconsin Literacy, Inc., is a non-profit coalition dedicated to advancing health equity through health literacy in organizations and communities. With over 75 community-based literacy programs throughout the state, WHL collaborates with both community-based and healthcare organizations to ensure that every individual has the skills and opportunities to access, understand, and utilize health information and services. Through their programs, trainings, and resources, WHL aims to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities by promoting personal and organizational health literacy. Their initiatives include redesigning prescription labels for better readability, managing periodic programs to address the health needs of specific populations, and organizing the largest health literacy summit in the Midwest, providing diverse sessions and networking opportunities for attendees to enhance their understanding of health literacy.Generated from the website