IEHA

INDIANA EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS ASSOCIATION
Opportunities to Learn and Grow

Heritage:
Indiana Extension Homemakers Association has a rich history of more than 85 years.
Today we continue our heritage by working to strengthen Indiana homes and families.

As An Extension Homemaker You Have the Opportunities to:

LEARN: Meet with friends and neighbors in educational and social settings. Share experiences
and information. Keep up-to-date on new knowledge and research.

GROW: Experience personal growth and develop skills. Form lasting friendships while sharing
leadership responsibilities for programs and projects.

CARE: Making a difference in today's world is important to us. We proudly support projects
which help children and families live better lives.

To Find Out More : About becoming an IHEA member
About joining an IHEA club
About organizing an new IEHA club

Contact:

Mission Statement:
To strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development, and
volunteer community support.

Activities:

Annual Home and Family Conference
Spring and Fall District Meetings
Exchange Homemaker Program
Host-A-Hoosier Program
Extension Homemaker Chorus

                                            Focus Group Areas:
Education:
        Through cooperation with Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service, a wide
        range of lessons are offered at NO charge. Program areas include: Food and Nutrition,
        Human Development, Family Resource Management, and Special Interest Lessons.

Leadership:

i-LEad- Indiana Leadership Education and Development, a personal leadership development program
Leadership opportunities at local, district, and state levels
Sponsor of Indiana Family Impact Seminars for legislators

Volunteer Community Support:

Teddy Bears for Riley Children's Hospital and participate in other Riley activities
Support of Ronald McDonald House
Women's Health Awareness Programs
Organ Donor Education
Annual Participation in National Make a Difference Day
Support of local community projects

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