Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
@ltgovstratton.illinois.gov
Official account of Illinois’ 48th Lt. Governor. Advancing justice and uplifting women + girls across Illinois. Our only way forward is together. she/her.
Good news! We’ve extended the deadline to apply for the next Girls Lead cohort—get your application in by December 15! bit.ly/GirlsLead2025IL
December 8, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Good news! We’ve extended the deadline to apply for the next Girls Lead cohort—get your application in by December 15! bit.ly/GirlsLead2025IL
The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program works to repair decades of harm from the War on Drugs and create new pathways to opportunity. Grantees across the state are deeply rooted in their communities—and their impact is real.
December 4, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program works to repair decades of harm from the War on Drugs and create new pathways to opportunity. Grantees across the state are deeply rooted in their communities—and their impact is real.
70 years ago today, Rosa Parks showed the world the power of one Black woman’s steadfast courage. Thank you, Rosa, for taking a stand. We can do hard things, and we'll keep pressing on to defend justice and civil rights in her name.
December 1, 2025 at 3:28 PM
70 years ago today, Rosa Parks showed the world the power of one Black woman’s steadfast courage. Thank you, Rosa, for taking a stand. We can do hard things, and we'll keep pressing on to defend justice and civil rights in her name.
As we mark Farm-City week and head into Thanksgiving, we’re reminded that #agconnectsusall. Illinois’ farmers and food workers keep our tables full—and we’re grateful for their work every day.
November 26, 2025 at 4:27 PM
As we mark Farm-City week and head into Thanksgiving, we’re reminded that #agconnectsusall. Illinois’ farmers and food workers keep our tables full—and we’re grateful for their work every day.
Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives taken by anti-trans violence and hold their families and communities close. Illinois will always stand with our trans neighbors—and fight for a future where every person can live safely, openly, and with dignity.
November 20, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives taken by anti-trans violence and hold their families and communities close. Illinois will always stand with our trans neighbors—and fight for a future where every person can live safely, openly, and with dignity.
It’s National Education Week! In Illinois, our students, educators, and school communities inspire us every day. When we invest in education, we invest in our future—and our future is bright!
November 19, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It’s National Education Week! In Illinois, our students, educators, and school communities inspire us every day. When we invest in education, we invest in our future—and our future is bright!
Illinois’ rivers connect communities and drive our economy.
TONIGHT: join the Rivers of Illinois Coordinating Council for a discussion about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and how we can better protect our vital waterways. bit.ly/RiversWebinar2
TONIGHT: join the Rivers of Illinois Coordinating Council for a discussion about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and how we can better protect our vital waterways. bit.ly/RiversWebinar2
November 5, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Illinois’ rivers connect communities and drive our economy.
TONIGHT: join the Rivers of Illinois Coordinating Council for a discussion about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and how we can better protect our vital waterways. bit.ly/RiversWebinar2
TONIGHT: join the Rivers of Illinois Coordinating Council for a discussion about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and how we can better protect our vital waterways. bit.ly/RiversWebinar2
In the first two years of Girls Lead, more than 110 girls have shadowed women leaders across Illinois government. 🌟
If you’re in 5th - 12th grade and want to learn more about how things get done, this is your chance—join us!
bit.ly/GirlsLead202...
If you’re in 5th - 12th grade and want to learn more about how things get done, this is your chance—join us!
bit.ly/GirlsLead202...
November 5, 2025 at 3:57 PM
In the first two years of Girls Lead, more than 110 girls have shadowed women leaders across Illinois government. 🌟
If you’re in 5th - 12th grade and want to learn more about how things get done, this is your chance—join us!
bit.ly/GirlsLead202...
If you’re in 5th - 12th grade and want to learn more about how things get done, this is your chance—join us!
bit.ly/GirlsLead202...
This shouldn't be an argument—no one should go hungry.
November 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
This shouldn't be an argument—no one should go hungry.
Today’s Dia de los Muertos 5K through Pilsen wasn’t just about honoring our ancestors. In a time of such fear and harmful attacks on our neighbors, it was a bold testament—8,000 runners strong—to the power of community and that we are still here!
November 1, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Today’s Dia de los Muertos 5K through Pilsen wasn’t just about honoring our ancestors. In a time of such fear and harmful attacks on our neighbors, it was a bold testament—8,000 runners strong—to the power of community and that we are still here!
When Washington plays politics instead of feeding people, Illinois steps up. We'll always put our people first.
October 31, 2025 at 6:25 PM
When Washington plays politics instead of feeding people, Illinois steps up. We'll always put our people first.
Hate has no home in Illinois. 1 year ago, we launched the Help Stop Hate Initiative, a tool beyond traditional law enforcement to report any display of hate or violence. Today, that mission remains as important as ever.
(877) 458-HATE or ILStopHate.org
(877) 458-HATE or ILStopHate.org
October 30, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Hate has no home in Illinois. 1 year ago, we launched the Help Stop Hate Initiative, a tool beyond traditional law enforcement to report any display of hate or violence. Today, that mission remains as important as ever.
(877) 458-HATE or ILStopHate.org
(877) 458-HATE or ILStopHate.org
People need more access to quality healthcare, not higher cost barriers.
October 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM
People need more access to quality healthcare, not higher cost barriers.
This National First Responders Day, I want to express my gratitude to the brave Illinoisans who put their lives on the line every single day. Thank you for keeping our communities safe.
October 28, 2025 at 2:41 PM
This National First Responders Day, I want to express my gratitude to the brave Illinoisans who put their lives on the line every single day. Thank you for keeping our communities safe.
People across the country rely on SNAP to feed their families. More than 20 days into the federal government shutdown and Washington Republicans refuse to put everyday Americans first.
October 22, 2025 at 2:18 PM
People across the country rely on SNAP to feed their families. More than 20 days into the federal government shutdown and Washington Republicans refuse to put everyday Americans first.
Restore, Reinvest, Renew. Did you know the R3 program is healing communities by working to repair generational harm caused by the War on Drugs?
From food and housing insecurity to unemployment, grantee Arrowleaf is on the ground, transforming lives in Southern Illinois.
From food and housing insecurity to unemployment, grantee Arrowleaf is on the ground, transforming lives in Southern Illinois.
October 21, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Restore, Reinvest, Renew. Did you know the R3 program is healing communities by working to repair generational harm caused by the War on Drugs?
From food and housing insecurity to unemployment, grantee Arrowleaf is on the ground, transforming lives in Southern Illinois.
From food and housing insecurity to unemployment, grantee Arrowleaf is on the ground, transforming lives in Southern Illinois.
Happy Diwali, Illinois! Wishing everyone a joyful day full of love and light with your families.
October 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Happy Diwali, Illinois! Wishing everyone a joyful day full of love and light with your families.
Our ideas about menopause and perimenopause are often tied up with harmful stigmas and false information.
We’re changing the story and prioritizing women’s health this #MenopauseAwarenessWeek.
We’re changing the story and prioritizing women’s health this #MenopauseAwarenessWeek.
October 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Our ideas about menopause and perimenopause are often tied up with harmful stigmas and false information.
We’re changing the story and prioritizing women’s health this #MenopauseAwarenessWeek.
We’re changing the story and prioritizing women’s health this #MenopauseAwarenessWeek.
Confused about perimenopause and menopause? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it in the dark. Join in the conversation this week: bit.ly/MenopauseMattersEvents
#MenopauseAwarenessWeek
#MenopauseAwarenessWeek
October 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Confused about perimenopause and menopause? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it in the dark. Join in the conversation this week: bit.ly/MenopauseMattersEvents
#MenopauseAwarenessWeek
#MenopauseAwarenessWeek
Menopause affects women’s lives for decades, yet we rarely talk about it. This #MenopauseAwarenessWeek, we’re changing that.
October 14, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Menopause affects women’s lives for decades, yet we rarely talk about it. This #MenopauseAwarenessWeek, we’re changing that.
Grateful to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation for bringing us together for an insightful discussion on the challenges Black women and women of color face in today’s workforce. Conversations like this move us all forward—together.
October 9, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Grateful to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation for bringing us together for an insightful discussion on the challenges Black women and women of color face in today’s workforce. Conversations like this move us all forward—together.
Happy World Teacher’s Day! 🍎 Thank you to all the teachers who inspire, challenge, and support our kids every single day. None of us would be who we are without the love of teachers!
October 5, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Happy World Teacher’s Day! 🍎 Thank you to all the teachers who inspire, challenge, and support our kids every single day. None of us would be who we are without the love of teachers!
This shutdown was avoidable.
October 1, 2025 at 1:09 PM
This shutdown was avoidable.
Chicago—if you see agents patrolling the street, pull out your phone and record them. Narrate what you see and let them know you're watching.
Graphic: ICIRR
Graphic: ICIRR
September 30, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Chicago—if you see agents patrolling the street, pull out your phone and record them. Narrate what you see and let them know you're watching.
Graphic: ICIRR
Graphic: ICIRR