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Confluences Make Our Commons

"Without a doubt, our struggle to preserve public funding is a fight worth taking on. We believe that a state that centers the humanities will be just, creative, and connected." Executive Director Gabrielle H. Lyon reflects on cuts to the NEH, recent programming in Cairo, Illinois, and more in her April letter.
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Federal Funding Landscape and What's Next

In April, Illinois Humanities lost a third of its budget due to the sudden termination of federal funding, part of a broader effort to eliminate national cultural agencies. In response, the organization has mobilized advocacy efforts, secured emergency support, and remains committed to serving communities through education, arts, and cultural programs.
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