The Illinois Safe Schools Alliance (ISSA) is holding its Alliance Brunch Sunday, Oct. 17, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at the restaurant HUB 51, 51 W. Hubbard.
The event celebrates accomplishments and honors those who demonstrate their commitment to the safety, support and healthy development of LGBTQ youth in schools and communities throughout the state.
Those being honored include State Sen. Kimberly Lightford and state Rep. Karen Yarbrough as Advocates of the Year; Dillin Dee as Activist of the Year; and Ernst & Young as Ally of the Year.
See www.IllinoisSafeSchools.org.