Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute

11/25/2025

Looking to partner more effectively with providers, schools, and systems?
The Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute was built for you.
✅ Free training
✅ Virtual + in-person sessions
✅ Real impact
📅 Apply today: https://bit.ly/IFLTI26

11/20/2025

Want to build your leadership skills and connect with other Iowa families?
Check out this video to see what IFLTI is all about—then apply to join the next training cohort!

11/14/2025

🎥 For 10 years, families across Iowa have found their voice through the Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute.

In this video, alumni share what the training meant to them—confidence, community, hope, and the power to advocate not just for their own child, but for families across the state.

If you’re a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs, you deserve that same support.
You deserve a place where your story is valued.
You deserve a community that understands.
And you deserve tools that help you navigate systems with strength and clarity.

💛 IFLTI is here for you.
Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort.
📅 Apply by January 14, 2026
🔗 https://bit.ly/IFLTI26

Your experience matters. Your voice can lead the way.

11/12/2025

📣 Applications Now Open!

Are you a parent or primary caregiver of an Iowa child or youth ages 3–19 with special health care needs?

The Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI) is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort! This no-cost training helps families build advocacy skills, strengthen communication with providers and schools, and learn how to influence systems that impact children with special needs.

🟡 What you’ll gain:
✅ Strategies for effective partnerships
✅ New tools for advocacy
✅ Support to complete a Community Service Project
✅ Connections with experienced family leaders

🗓 Training includes virtual and in-person sessions (Ames + Des Moines)
📅 Applications due January 14, 2026

🔗 Apply starting November 12: https://bit.ly/IFLTI26

📞 Questions? Contact the IFLTI team listed on the flyer.

11/11/2025

💙 The Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI) changes lives by equipping families with the tools to lead and advocate in their communities. To keep this vital program going, we need your support!

Every gift to our GOLDrush campaign helps secure the future of family leadership in Iowa. Together, we can ensure families have the resources and training they need for years to come. Open through December 1!
🌟 Give today: https://uigoldrush.org/IFLTI

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10/29/2025

Now extended to December 1!!

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10/21/2025

Change starts with one voice — and IFLTI helps families find theirs.
When you give to our GOLDrush campaign, you’re helping parents and caregivers across Iowa learn how to speak up, lead, and make their communities better for everyone.
🌟 Join us in growing the next generation of family leaders.
Donate today: https://uigoldrush.org/IFLTI

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10/21/2025

Join us for A Harkin Halloween on 10/30 from 4-7 pm! This inclusive and accessible event is designed for children with disabilities, neurodivergence, and dietary restrictions—but all are welcome! The evening will include trick-or-treating, crafts, and other Halloween activities. Registration is encouraged: http://bit.ly/47k9OMU

10/07/2025

⏰ Only 18 days left to support the Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI)!
Every dollar you give helps parents and caregivers gain the skills, confidence, and connections to lead — not just for their own families, but for families across Iowa.
One participant shared:
“IFLTI gave me the courage to speak up — and the tools to make change happen.”--This is what your gift sustains.
If just 20 people gave $25, we could fund the leadership materials for our next training class.
💛 Don’t wait — your support today ensures family voices continue to be heard.
🌟 Give now: https://uigoldrush.org/IFLTI

Join me and make a gift to GOLDrush

10/04/2025

💙 The Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI) changes lives by equipping families with the tools to lead and advocate in their communities. To keep this vital program going, we need your support!

Every gift to our GOLDrush campaign helps secure the future of family leadership in Iowa. Together, we can ensure families have the resources and training they need for years to come.

🌟 Give today: https://uigoldrush.org/IFLTI

Join me and make a gift to GOLDrush

10/03/2025

✨ See how families turn lived experiences into powerful digital stories.
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRKfFV9Q8S1uQYCp1B7Jj9B9BToU8gjmj&si=rw1x6sfom76qSMqi

Apply by Oct 15! https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8Aqqg973y4XCJG5

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10/02/2025

🎥 Every story makes a difference.
Here’s a look at what one parent created in our Digital Storytelling Workshop. ✨
https://youtu.be/fKKG1YyYdZs?si=dgOxW5_nb3QN8ZFo

📅 Next workshop: Nov 5–7, 2025 | Des Moines
📝 Apply by Oct 15: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8Aqqg973y4XCJG5

This family story is told by Heather Dirks. It was created in the Digital Storytelling Training, part of Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute. IFLTI mak...