Advance Illinois is equity-driven, student-centered, data-focused and connected to community and educators. We identify, design and advocate for policies that are tailored to the needs of students in Illinois. We approach our work by: developing high impact policies; engaging though leaders, legislators, and policy makers; building coalitions of communities and educators; and by presenting the challenges and opportunities facing Illinois' public education system through policy briefs and local storytelling to inspire the participation of education stakeholders and the public.