📣 At IEC’s annual Environmental Leadership Dinner, we are honoring the 1,000 federal workers of AFGE Local 704 with the Organizing Champion Award! For decades they have been our first line of defense at the U.S. EPA. They continuously have helped protect the Great Lakes, Illinois, and our public health. In the face of unprecedented attacks on science, climate action, and environmental protection, they continue to champion science-backed policy and stand up for our future. 🎉 Join us in celebrating their courage, expertise, and dedication to safeguarding our environment. Celebrate in person and get your tickets here: https://ilenviro.org/2025-iec-environmental-leadership-dinner/ (fb)

🗣️ We're thrilled to mark IEC’s 50th anniversary at this year’s Environmental Leadership Dinner, honoring five decades of leading Illinois’ environmental movement. As part of our celebration, we're recognizing this year’s Milestone Achievement Award. Our two incredible champions are Senator Julie Morrison and Representative Abdelnasser Rashid! Their leadership helped pass legislation to phase out PFAS (“forever chemicals”) from cosmetics, children’s products, sleepwear, and more. This is a huge win for the health of our communities and ecosystems. The bill passed the Illinois House and Senate and now awaits Governor Pritzker’s signature! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Sen. Morrison and Rep. Rashid for their dedication to protecting Illinois’ people and planet. Purchase your tickets to the dinner here: https://ilenviro.org/2025-iec-environmental-leadership-dinner/ (fb)