Public sector workers, retirees and advocates launch statewide nonprofit focused on securing the public pension system in Illinois

Today, public-sector workers, retirees, and advocates from across the state announce Secure Illinois Retirements (SIR), an independent, nonprofit organization committed to finding sustainable solutions for the pension system of Illinois. Secure Illinois Retirements aims to foster dialogue and educate public-sector employees, unions, elected officials, legislators, and citizens from across our state.

“After spending over a decade in government, I know firsthand the sacrifices and commitment public sector workers make every day of their careers,” said Katie Dunne, executive director of Secure Illinois Retirements. “I had the honor of working with so many incredible people during my time in public service, who work tirelessly for the people of their communities. I have lost friends in the line of duty and others to the stressors of these professions. Public sector workers and their families deserve safe and secure retirements. We have to come together to ensure that pensions remain a promise fulfilled.”

SIR’s board is composed of public sector workers, union members, and retirees from across Illinois who share the nonprofit’s commitment to retirement security. Recognizing that different communities and stakeholders call for different solutions, Secure Illinois Retirements’ leadership plans to convene discussions across the state to hear directly from interested residents and those most impacted.

“The pension crisis is the most pressing issue impacting the future of our state,” Dunne said.

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