The Statewide Network is the primary tool we use to organize and build civic engagement power in communities across Illinois that is both consistent and responsive.  By consistent, we mean that no matter what is happening in the world around us, LGBTQ people are always growing and demonstrating their power.  By responsive, we mean that the LGBTQ community is acting in the moment to take advantage of unprecedented opportunities or fighting back against unforeseen attacks on our community.

While there are many ways to exercise civic power, the primary aim of the Statewide Network is to organize diverse LGBTQ community leaders throughout the state to build collective power and to educate and influence public leaders to promote positive decision making for the LGBTQ community.

Equality Illinois provides small grants, training, and capacity building support to LGBTQ-led organizations engaged in the Statewide Network.