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.
Measuring the Progress on Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)
IBC continues to drive the strategy for advancing and improving CIE across Iowa. Learn about the recent survey results and how the IBC is turning feedback into action.
By the Numbers: IBC Annual Survey
124
Total Survey Respondents from the IBC Collective.
30
Number of respondents who cited collaboration as the number one benefit, leading to more successes with CIE across Iowa.
57%
Percentage of respondents who have already promoted the Collective and the overall progress of IBC.
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....Weβre 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.
Goals of Iowa Blueprint for Change (IBC)
Learn more about the goals of IBC to advance competitive integrated employment (CIE) opportunities for Iowans with disabilities.
IBC Key Links
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Most Recent Work Plan (Year Three)
View the document outlining the strategies, planning, and goals for IBC's third year.
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Take the IBC Survey
We want to hear from you! Help improve the IBC and the outcomes of Iowans with disabilities by taking the survey.
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DIF Service Map
A service map from partners and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, as supported by IBC.