* Learn together
* Establish meaningful friendships with typical peers
* Choose where they live
* Control their own healthcare needs and providers
* Work at a job that uses their talents and pays a realistic wage
* Unite together to help their community through volunteering

The Inclusion Connection was organized in 2004

The initial concept for the Inclusion Connection was suggested by
Waverly-Shell Rock high school students taking a class for credit entitled “Dynamics of Inclusion.”

A grant from the Iowa Governors DD Council made creating the Inclusion Connection possible. 

Today, the Inclusion Connection is governed by a board representing community leader of diverse ability, who passionately support the current mission and vision.

The Inclusion Connection board members include:

President - Norma Leibold
Organization Founder in 2004

Vice President - Teri Lynn Jorgenson
Joined the board in 2006

Treasurer - Jean Trainor
Organization Founder in 2004

Secretary - Paula Stevenson
Joined the board in 2006

Member - Ryan Laudick
Joined the board in 2011

Member - Trenna Kusick
Joined the board in 2009

Member - Amy Petersen
Joined the board in 2008

Member - Maria Peth
Organization Founder in 2004

Member - Jim Langel
Joined the board in 2009

Leave of Absence - Amy Davidson
Organization Founder in 2004