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Announcements & Upcoming Events
All programs open statewide unless noted. For Metro & West Programs Click Here.
Upcoming Events List (Expand for calendar list)
Upcoming Events List (Expand for calendar list)
Family Leadership Activities to Apply for:
Apply for the Hybrid Family Leadership Series by September 26th Apply Here!
Apply to participate in the Northeast and Central Family Leadership Charting the LifeCourse Ambassador Series (For Series NE & CE Alumni) Apply Here!
Apply to Create a Vision Success Video (For Series Alumni) Apply Here!
September
Sept. 4 & 18 @ 6:30-7:30pm: Book Club “The Art of Gathering” Sessions 1-2 (For Series Alumni) Register here!
Sept. 9 @ 12-12:45pm: Advocacy Roundtable Register Here!
Sept. 20 @ 10-11:30am: Alumni Association (For Series Alumni) Register Here!
Sept. 24 @ 7-8pm: Conoce las Directoras de la Series de Liderazgo Familia/Meet and Greet your Family Leadership Directors (in Spanish) Register Here!
October
Oct. 1 @ 12-1:30pm: Finding Your Voice Series: There Ought to Be a Law Register Here!
Oct. 2-16 @ 6:30-7:30pm: Book Club “The Art of Gathering” Sessions 3-4 (For Series Alumni) Register Here!
Oct. 14 @ 12-12:45pm: Advocacy Roundtable Register Here!
Oct. 15 @ 6:30-7:30pm: Family Leadership Story Hour by Jessica Nestle, Emergency Sensory Bags from First Responders Register Here!
Oct. 22 @ 12-1:30pm: Finding Your Voice Series: Navigating the MA Legislature Website Register Here!
November
Nov. 13 @ 12-1:30pm: Finding Your Voice Series: Sharing Your Testimony Register Here!
Empowering Parents
Empowering Parents
For over 30 years, the Family Leadership Program has been the catalyst for parents of children and adults with disabilities to become powerful advocates. Our graduates are more than just participants; they are changemakers who have expanded opportunities, forged partnerships, and driven real systems change. They've even run for public office. Now is your chance to turn your passion into a purpose. Don't just hope for a better future; lead the way. Apply today and become the powerful voice you are meant to be.
The application is live. Apply NOW!
Click here to learn more about the Family Leadership Series! Find your regional dates here.
Alumni, let's use our stories to reinvigorate our advocacy journey. Join your fellow alums to support, inspire, and share our successes of systems change!
Alumni, let's use our stories to reinvigorate our advocacy journey. Join your fellow alums to support, inspire, and share our successes of systems change!
Every month, families and providers gather to network with other community members to share advocacy successes and struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. All are invited!
Join us for the Finding Your Voice Series from 12:00-1:30pm
Oct 1 There Ought to Be a Law: Learn how ideas become laws and how you can turn your concerns into action. You'll explore how to identify issues, shape them into policy, and work with legislators to move them forward.
Oct 22 Navigating the MA Legislature Website: Learn how to track bills, contact lawmakers, and stay informed about important policies. This webinar will guide you step-by-step through the site so you can find information about hearings, legislation, and your elected officials.
Nov 13 Sharing Your Testimony: Learn how to share testimony to advocate for your loved ones and influence positive change. By mastering the art of testimony, you can effectively communicate your family’s unique needs, challenges, and triumphs to policymakers and the wider community.
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