Latest IBC Newsletter Now Available
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The July/August newsletter is here, featuring updates on expanding employment opportunities in Southeast Iowa & a feature on a successful partnership with Easterseals & IVRS.
Iowa Blueprint for Change (IBC)
IBC was created to help advance & improve the systems that help Iowans with disabilities achieve competitive integrated employment.
Getting Started
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IBC Goals and Objectives
Learn about IBC and its goals to create a diverse coalition of stakeholders, improve service delivery, and more.
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IBC News and Resources
Get the latest news about IBC, including through its newsletter, IBC Collective meetings, and other sources.
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Connect with the IBC Team
Information on IBC team contacts, including for apprenticeship, youth transition, policy, and more.
By the Numbers
IBC Participant Data
Check out the current dashboard that measures IBC's progress in helping individuals finding competitive, integrated employment (CIE) across Iowa!
By the Numbers: 2025 IBC Annual Survey
60%
Response Rate from the IBC Collective
87%
Percentage of Collective respondents who were somewhat-informed or well-informed about IBC's Progress
13
Number of Collective respondents who cited connection & relationships, the top benefit reported that advanced IBC goals
Measuring the Progress on Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)
IBC continues to drive the strategy for advancing and improving CIE across Iowa. Learn about the 2025 annual survey results and how the IBC is turning feedback into action.
IBC Testimonial
43 North Iowa (Mason City)
"Since the Iowa Blueprint for Change (IBC) has been implemented, 43 North Iowa has reaped many benefits of the DIF grant reimbursement process....We’re honored to partner with IBC."
About Iowa Blueprint for Change
Creating Better Outcomes for Iowans with Disabilities
IBC is leading the charge on innovative activities intended to improve the employment outcomes of Iowans with disabilities. IBC is supported through the Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) Grant.
IBC Work Plan
View the document outlining the strategies, planning, and goals for IBC's fourth year.