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Everyone Belongs Here: Embracing Intersectional Identities

October 8-10, 2025 | East Peoria, IL

About Sharing A Vision

Since 1991, Sharing a Vision has been enriching the lives and work of early childhood professionals and families in Illinois. This outstanding biennial conference offers relevant, up-to-date sessions that meet the evolving needs of educators and families across the state. SAV is coordinated by the Illinois Division for Early Childhood, in collaboration with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services.

General Session Speaker: Jen Newton

Jen Newton is an associate professor at Ohio University. Dr. Newton’s research interests include anti-racist, anti-ableist education, early childhood inclusion, and inclusive teacher preparation. She regularly presents locally, regionally, and nationally on a range of inclusive educational topics.

Contact Us

General Questions

Casey Jefferson
cmjeff1@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-8539

Registration Questions

Lucy Morkin
lmmork1@ilstu.edu 
(309) 438-2160

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