our mission
Advocating for Reproductive Freedom, Equity, and Justice
Winnebago County Citizens for Choice (WCCC) advocates to make the full spectrum of reproductive health care a reality for all people in Illinois regardless of race, ethnicity, income, zip code, gender, age, immigration status, ability, sexual orientation, or religion. Advancing reproductive equity and justice and eliminating barriers to abortion care are central to our mission.
What We Do
What Drives Our Work
WCCC works to educate, organize, and advocate in support of reproductive justice through
Legislative Advocacy
Monitoring and responding to threats to reproductive rights at the local, state, and federal levels.
Public Education
Providing accurate, evidence-based information about reproductive health, abortion access, and policy issues.
Community Engagement
Building public support, mobilizing advocates, and empowering civic action.
Support for Access
Helping address practical and financial barriers to abortion care through advocacy and Scotti's Fund.
Reproductive Justice Work
Centering equity by recognizing that meaningful access requires confronting economic, racial, and systemic barriers.
Legislative Advocacy
Monitoring and responding to threats to reproductive rights at the local, state, and federal levels.
Public Education
Providing accurate, evidence-based information about reproductive health, abortion access, and policy issues.
Community Engagement
Building public support, mobilizing advocates, and empowering civic action.
Support for Access
Helping address practical and financial barriers to abortion care through advocacy and Scotti's Fund.
Reproductive Justice Work
Centering equity by recognizing that meaningful access requires confronting economic, racial, and systemic barriers.
What We Do
What Drives Our Work
WCCC works to educate, organize, and advocate in support of reproductive justice through
Our Values
Grounded in Principle
We believe abortion access is health care, and health care is a human right.
Bodily Autonomy
Compassion & Dignity
Equity & Inclusion
Community Action
Evidence-Based Advocacy
Reproductive Justice for All
Our Team
Our Leadership
WCCC is guided by a dedicated volunteer board with decades of experience in advocacy, public service, health care, education, labor organizing, and community building.
Attorney & Advocate
Legal expertise advancing reproductive rights and policy.
Former State Representative
Longtime activist with deep legislative experience.
Retired Educator & Union Leader
Former County Board member, genealogist, and advocate.
Vocal Artist & Educator
Former voice educator using art for social change.
Wellness Advocate
Former workers' compensation professional.
Retired Registered Nurse
40 years of service as a certified school nurse.
Public School Educator
Lifelong advocate for equity and student rights.
Health Care Administrator
20+ years in reproductive health services.
For the safety and privacy of our members, we do not publish personal names. Our board reflects the strength of a multigenerational movement rooted in experience, courage, and commitment.