Family Voices Parent Leadership Institute Applications |
1. Family Voices of North Dakota Parent Leadership Institute
Greetings families!
You are invited to apply to attend the Parent Leadership Institute! You have either been recommended by another family leader or have self identified as wanting to learn more and/or increase your abilities as a Family Leader. We are very excited about this opportunity to join other families from across the state. Dates for the 2023 leadership cohort is October 6, 2023 starting at noon, through October 8, 2023 ending at noon. This Leadership Institute is held in Edgeley, ND. This will be the 15th Institute that has been held. Upon completion, you will join at least 350 other families who have attended.
Is this 2 day Parent Leadership Institute for you? Well, first of all let me say this….YES! Yes because as families, we need to be able to first speak on behalf of our own children, and second because there are many issues we as families face on behalf of our children. So in my opinion, yes….YOUR VOICES COUNT AND ARE MEANINGFUL. We want to provide you with the tools to expand where you are currently and become a united voice with other families to work toward a common good for all.
Purpose:
The purpose of the Parent Leadership Institute is to provide family members with the tools to expand their grassroots advocacy efforts through coalition building and mentoring activities.
Learning Objectives:
1. State leadership --increase capacity and knowledge for family leaders regarding health policy in order to strengthen partnerships and policy development.
2. Individual families - increase awareness and understanding of impact of health issues and services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs and disabilities.
3. Promote and support family/professional partnerships.
4. Increase the families’ ability to navigate the complex service system and access needed services.
5. Provide families with access to information and the opportunities for training.
6. Provide skills necessary for family support and leadership development by bringing together community resources based upon identified family needs.
Please complete the list of questions for registration. Through this information, we will be able to make this a meaningful experience for you.
You are invited to apply to attend the Parent Leadership Institute! You have either been recommended by another family leader or have self identified as wanting to learn more and/or increase your abilities as a Family Leader. We are very excited about this opportunity to join other families from across the state. Dates for the 2023 leadership cohort is October 6, 2023 starting at noon, through October 8, 2023 ending at noon. This Leadership Institute is held in Edgeley, ND. This will be the 15th Institute that has been held. Upon completion, you will join at least 350 other families who have attended.
Is this 2 day Parent Leadership Institute for you? Well, first of all let me say this….YES! Yes because as families, we need to be able to first speak on behalf of our own children, and second because there are many issues we as families face on behalf of our children. So in my opinion, yes….YOUR VOICES COUNT AND ARE MEANINGFUL. We want to provide you with the tools to expand where you are currently and become a united voice with other families to work toward a common good for all.
Purpose:
The purpose of the Parent Leadership Institute is to provide family members with the tools to expand their grassroots advocacy efforts through coalition building and mentoring activities.
Learning Objectives:
1. State leadership --increase capacity and knowledge for family leaders regarding health policy in order to strengthen partnerships and policy development.
2. Individual families - increase awareness and understanding of impact of health issues and services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs and disabilities.
3. Promote and support family/professional partnerships.
4. Increase the families’ ability to navigate the complex service system and access needed services.
5. Provide families with access to information and the opportunities for training.
6. Provide skills necessary for family support and leadership development by bringing together community resources based upon identified family needs.
Please complete the list of questions for registration. Through this information, we will be able to make this a meaningful experience for you.
You may apply as individuals or with your spouse or significant other. Space is limited so do register early.