WE Day, a powerful series of educational events that combines the energy of a live concert with the inspiration of extraordinary stories of leadership and change, announces the initial list of presenters, speakers and performers attending WE Day Illinois on April 28, 2016 at the Allstate Arena. Alongside National Title Sponsor Allstate, WE Day Illinois will bring together 15,000 students in an inspirational setting, celebrating the commitment they have made to take action on local and global causes they care about. Taking the stage this year is a cast of new faces and returning WE Day favorites, including Ciara, Martin Luther King III, Jordan Smith, Paula Abdul, Nico & Vinz, J.R. Martinez, Monique Coleman, Becca Tobin, Kardinal Offishall, Spencer West and more. This star-studded lineup will join international activists and WE Day co-founders, Craig and Marc Kielburger, to share their passion for change, international experiences and energize the crowd with unforgettable performances and motivational speeches. If you would like to learn more about WE Day or purchase tickets, visit www.weday.com.