HQ Function

The Chicago headquarters serves as the primary administrative center, housing leadership, legal advocacy teams, intake services, and coordinating statewide initiatives and systemic reform efforts.

Notable Features:

The headquarters is situated in a modern office building, designed to be accessible and to foster a collaborative work environment for its staff dedicated to disability rights.

Work Culture:

The work culture at Equip for Equality is mission-driven, characterized by a deep commitment to advocacy, collaboration among legal and support staff, and a strong focus on serving the disability community with respect and dedication.

HQ Significance:

The Chicago headquarters is significant as the central hub for Illinois' Protection and Advocacy System, directing efforts to protect and promote the rights of individuals with disabilities across the state and influencing policy at local and state levels.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' location and operations reflect Equip for Equality's values of accessibility, professionalism, community engagement, and a steadfast commitment to justice and equality for people with disabilities.

Location:

Equip for Equality's operations are primarily focused on serving individuals with disabilities within the state of Illinois, USA. As the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy System for Illinois, its mandate and services are state-specific and it does not have international offices or a global operational presence. Its impact, however, contributes to the broader movement for disability rights which has global parallels.

Street Address:

20 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 300

City:

Chicago

State/Province:

IL

Country:

USA