Commission on Children of Incarcerated Parents (CCIP)

Description:

The Commission shall be responsible for implementing and coordinating the recommendations of the Task Force on Children of Incarcerated Parents.

Commission Requirements:

Training Requirements

Please visit the link above to view the training requirements for this Board/Commission/Committee/Task Force.

CCIP Committees:

CCIP Working Groups:

Meetings:

Regular meetings of the CCIP shall be held at least quarterly. All meetings are open to the public as prescribed in the Illinois Open Meetings Act.

Membership:

The SSAC is comprised of 24 members including representation from government, individuals working in the field, and those personally impacted by policies related to children of incarcerated parents.

  • Deputy Chief Kevin Bruno
  • Keith Calloway
  • Matthew Grey
  • Michelle Grove
  • Jim Kaitshuk
  • Joseph McGee
  • Sophia Manuel
  • Mary Morrissey
  • Alpa Jayanti Patel
  • Cecilia Ruffin
  • Dr. Keyuana Muhammad
  • John Carroll
  • Anita Weinberg
  • Michelle Day
  • Colette Payne
  • Jada Lesure
  • Vacant (8x)

IDHS Administrative Support

SSAC Administrative Contact: Kirstin Chernawksy - Kristin.Chernawksy@illinois.gov

Ethics Officer Contact Information: DHS.EthicsOfficer@Illinois.gov

Legislative Liaison Contact Information: Taneka Jennings - Taneka.H.Jennings@Illinois.gov