BUFFALO GROVE — State Senator Adriane Johnson was honored with a 2025 Home Illinois Summit Recognition of Service award for her leadership in advancing statewide efforts to prevent and end homelessness. The recognition took place at the third annual Home Illinois Summit held in Rosemont.

“Ending homelessness requires bold collaboration, accountability and a deep belief in the dignity of every person,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “I’m proud to stand with advocates, providers and state leaders to ensure Illinois leads with compassion and purpose. This recognition is a reminder that when we work together, we can create real, lasting change.”

The summit brought together individuals with lived experience, service providers, philanthropic leaders, advocates, elected officials and government partners for a two-day convening focused on ending homelessness through collaboration, best practices and equity-driven solutions. Hosted by the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness, the event celebrated the collective progress of HOME Illinois — the state’s comprehensive interagency plan to reduce homelessness to a rare, brief, and one-time experience.

Johnson was recognized for her pivotal role in championing House Bill 2831, which codified the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness, the State Homelessness Chief position, the Illinois Interagency Task Force on Homelessness and the Community Advisory Council on Homelessness. Her advocacy laid the groundwork for the state’s strategic, cross-agency approach to addressing homelessness and housing instability.

As an active member of the Interagency Task Force on Homelessness, Johnson brings both legislative insight and a deep dedication to equity, ensuring Illinois’ housing strategies are inclusive, effective and informed by community voices.

“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition,” said Johnson. “Every Illinoisan deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. I will continue to work alongside partners across the state to advance housing justice and ensure our systems support those most in need.”

The Home Illinois Summit 2025 reinforces the state’s long-term commitment to ending homelessness through data-informed strategies, statewide collaboration, and policy rooted in compassion and accountability.

To learn more about the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness or the Home Illinois Summit, visit endhomelessness.illinois.gov.