Central MA Family Leadership Series

Applications are open for the 2026–2027 Family Leadership Series

Are you a parent or caregiver of a family member with a disability who wants to build your leadership and advocacy skills, connect with other families, and learn how to create positive change? The Family Leadership Series brings families together to learn, connect, and grow—and there is no cost to attend!

Know a parent or caregiver who would be a great fit? Share this event with them! There is a Family Leadership Series in every region of MA and a Spanish Only Virtual FLS.

Learn more at familyleadershipma.org

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/262035833975060

Current Series Dates:

CENTRAL REGION

· Oct. 24 — Southbridge

· Nov. 20–21 — Sturbridge

· December — Virtual appointment

· Jan. 23 — Southbridge

· Feb. 5–6 — Sturbridge

· March 13 — Southbridge

· March 27 — Virtual

· April 9–10 — Leominster

· May 1 — Family Graduation in Southbridge

NORTHEAST REGION

· Jan. 6 — Virtual Meet & Greet

· Jan. 15–16 — Wakefield

· Feb. 5–6 — Wakefield

· March 19–20 — Wakefield

· March 27 — Virtual Joint Gathering

· April 9–10 — Wakefield

SOUTHEAST REGION

· Nov. 7–8 — Wareham

· Jan. 9–10 — New Bedford

· Feb. 20–21 — Wareham

· March 9 — Massachusetts State House (tentative and subject to change)

· April 3–4 — New Bedford