I am a Retired Library Operation Associate from the University of Illinois Main Library. I am the owner of Honey Bunny's Daycare in my home. I work with my own four younger grandchildren, teaching them reading, writing, Bible scripture, and food preparation!

My name is Julio Cesar Colon. I am a Recovery Support Specialist. I work for the Community Outreach Intervention Project. I work in various projects like the Needle Exchange, COVID Outreach, I also provide health insurance assistance to individuals who are receiving services at methadone clinics and also do SNAP assistance. I also provide social services to individuals impacted by COVID.

I am a Chicago-based freelance photographer, documentarian of the Homeless Community, and Chicago resident.

I am a Professor at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL.My focus is on aging. I have experience working with prisoners in my research. I hold a MSL degree from the University of Illinois and a PhD in Anthropology from Northwestern University. I have three greyhounds and two cats.

I am 40 years old. I have one side-job at a church and hold another janitorial position. I have been married for a little over 4 years. I have 3 cats and 8 pet rats. Yes rats, but we have a big cage for them. I love nature and I like helping people.

My name is Jacob Hill. I am 32 years old. I was recently incarcerated at Lincoln Correctional Facility. I enjoy Racing/riding Motocross, Fishing, and Graphic designs. I once had a start upapparel company I hope to resurrect here soon. My little family means everything to me and are my biggest motivators today! I’ll do my best to not bore you with my entries : )

I am Emma Marshall, a long-time resident of Champaign County. I was blessed to be a part of the University of Illinois family for 32 years and a member of the Champaign Schools Unit #4 District for 12 years. I am a divorced mother of one beautiful daughter and proud nana of two handsome grandsons who are my pride and joy. I enjoy travelling, coordinating events, and spending quality time with my family and friends. My inspiration is to “Live well, Laugh often, and Love more.”

I am a Retired Administrative Assistant/UIC College of Medicine at Rockford Caretaker/POA for my younger brother. My interests include gardening and reading. I never imagined that I would spend my first day of retirement (10/1/2014) admitting my younger brother to a nursing home. Jeff who is now 65 years old has been a lifelong victim of a family genetic disease. He has epilepsy and autism. The home is in lockdown and families of the residents have not seen their loved ones since early March. Although trying at times, I have come to realize that being an advocate for my brother is my highest calling. There is still a stigma relative to epilepsy and he cannot speak for himself.

I am a reporter, photographer and columnist for The Journal-News, in Montgomery County, IL.I am a wife and mother of two young boys, one of whom is autistic. I live in a small, rural community, where I am actively engaged and sit on the Imagine Hillsboro and TASC (The Autism Support Connection) boards.

I am a 72 year old Cuban woman. I am a Bloomington resident. I am a mother to 3 sons. I am currently retired.

I am Diamond! I am a licensed cosmetologist. I am in the starting stages of my own business, Diamond’s Empire LLC.

I am a board-certified music therapist, and the owner of Music Therapy Connections in Springfield, IL. I have a BA in Music from Rollins College, and a MM in Music Therapy from Illinois State University. My husband Zach and I have two young children.

I'm a farmer/agribusiness operator in Carmi, IL in White County. I'm also the Emergency Management Director for the county. I'm a father of four kids ages 20-10. I enjoy all things agriculture and love being involved in our community here in southeastern Illinois.

I am a senior Biology major at Morehouse College from Chicago, Illinois. I am a self-taught cinematographer, videographer, and photographer.

I am an attorney and transwoman. I pursue my passion for LGBTQ outreach/advocacy through public speaking, volunteering, writing, and storytelling.