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Tradeswomen Take Over Springfield
2nd Annual Illinois Tradeswomen Advocacy Day
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
11:00AM-3:00PM
llinois State Capitol Building, Springfield, IL
Join building trades affiliates, union leaders, contractors, and construction workers for a day of advocacy and education in Springfield. Attendees will engage in robust discussions with elected officials on ways to further recruit, retain, and empower women entering careers in construction.
Schedule of Events & Locations
| Event | Address | Time |
| Arrival | Illinois State Library | 10:30AM - 11:00AM |
| Welcome, Orientation & Lunch | Illinois State Library 300 S. 2nd Street Springfield, IL 62701 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM |
| Lobbying | Illinois State Capitol Building 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701 | 12:00PM - 3:00PM |
| Happy Hour | Boone’s | 3:00PM - 5:00PM |
| IL AFL-CIO Labor Salutes Reception | Illinois State Treasurer’s Office 1 E Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62739 | 5:00PM - 7:00PM |
Additional Details
10:30 AM-12:00 PM: Arrival (Welcome, Lobbying Orientation, and Lunch)
Illinois State Library
300 S. 2nd Street
Springfield, IL 62701
Please arrive at the Illinois State Library by 10:30 AM to ensure time for check in and to get settled. We will begin promptly at 11:00 AM with a welcome, lobbying training, and lunch before breaking into groups and heading across the street to the State Capitol to meet with legislators.
12:00 PM-3:00 PM: Lobby Day
Illinois State Capitol Building
401 S 2nd St.
Springfield, IL 62701
3:00 PM-5:00 PM: Tradeswomen Take Over Springfield Happy Hour and Snacks
Boone’s
301 W. Edwards St.
Springfield, IL
State Representatives Rick Ryan, Jay Hoffman, Larry Walsh, Dave Vella, Mary Gill, Marcus Evans, Mike Kelly, Harry Benton, and Angie Guerrero-Cuellar invite you to Boone’s where you can relax after a busy day with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
5:00 PM-7:00 PM: Illinois AFL-CIO Labor Salutes
Illinois State Treasurer’s Office
1 E Old State Capitol Plaza,
Springfield, IL 62739
You are invited to the Illinois AFL-CIO “LABOR SALUTES” reception on Wednesday, March 5 from 5-7pm at the Illinois State Treasurer’s office in Springfield. Local unions, members and organizations are encouraged to attend as we honor elected officials who advocate for worker rights. The reception will include the presentation of three awards including the Zeke Giorgi Award to State Representative Eva Dina Delgado; Margaret Blackshere Woman in Leadership Award to Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski; and the Reuben Soderstrom Award to Senator Bill Cunningham.
Meeting Point and Arrival
Please plan to arrive at the Illinois State Library by 10:30 AM. We will begin promptly at 11:00 AM with a welcome, lobbying training, and lunch before breaking into groups and heading across the street to the State Capitol for the lobbying portion of the day.
Bus Drop-off
Buses should drop off participants on the east side of Second St in front of the Illinois State Library.
Parking
Individuals driving themselves can park at any of the public garages around Springfield or where directed by their local union. After dropping off attendees, buses can park at the Visitors Center parking lot west of the Capitol.
Entrance
Your day will start in the State Library Atrium for the lobby day introduction, before moving to the Capitol and Stratton buildings to speak with legislators.
Security
Please note that you will be required to pass through security, including an X-Ray scanner and metal detectors, when entering the Capitol Complex.
Attire
Please come as you are! Pink and white t-shirts will be distributed to be worn throughout the event. Whether work boots or blazers, please dress to your own comfort level.
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