Wonderfully Made Advocacy and Consulting
The Wonderfully Made Education Initiative is here to ensure all families have access to advocacy, support, and coaching.
For information about the initiative, how to donate, or how to access resources, contact us at thewonderfullymadeeducationinitiative@wonderfullymadeadvocacy.com
Why Families Need Access to Special Education Advocacy and Coaching
Navigating the special education system can be overwhelming for families, especially for those who are new to the process or facing systemic barriers. Special education advocates and parent coaching provide families with critical support, ensuring that children with disabilities receive the services, accommodations, and opportunities they need to succeed.
When parents are empowered with knowledge and guidance, their engagement in their child’s education increases dramatically. Research consistently shows that strong parental involvement leads to better academic achievement, improved behavior, higher graduation rates, and stronger post-school outcomes for students with disabilities. Advocacy and coaching help families actively and confidently participate in meetings, understand their rights under the law, collaborate effectively with schools, and make informed decisions that shape their child's future.
Access to advocacy is not just important—it is urgent, particularly for families who are economically disadvantaged. Historically, these families are disproportionately represented in special education categories such as emotional and behavioral disorders and intellectual disabilities, often due to systemic inequities rather than true developmental differences. Without access to knowledgeable support, these families are more vulnerable to misidentification, placement in restrictive settings, and limited educational opportunities.
Coaching and advocacy bridge this gap. They ensure that every family, regardless of income, background, or language, can advocate effectively for appropriate services, equitable treatment, and high expectations for their child. Investing in parent empowerment means investing in student success, community strength, and educational equity.
Your support helps fund critical services that empower families, dismantle barriers, and transform outcomes—one child, one family, and one future at a time.
What We Do

Parent Coaching for IEP Support
Our 30-minute parent coaching sessions provide families with personalized guidance to navigate the IEP process with confidence. During each session, a trained advocate works with parents to review concerns, prepare for meetings, understand rights and responsibilities, and develop strategies for effective collaboration with the school team. Whether you are preparing for an upcoming IEP meeting, need help interpreting your child’s plan, or have questions about services and accommodations, our coaching sessions offer focused, practical support tailored to your child’s unique needs.

Community-Based Workshops and Training for Teachers, Caregivers, and Community Stakeholders
Our community-based workshops bring together teachers, caregivers, and community stakeholders to build shared knowledge, strengthen collaboration, and promote inclusive practices for students with disabilities. Through interactive training sessions, participants gain practical tools to support student success, deepen their understanding of the special education process, and learn effective strategies for fostering family-school partnerships.
Workshops are designed to be accessible, actionable, and relevant, covering topics such as IEP basics, positive behavior supports, inclusive communication strategies, and culturally responsive engagement. By empowering all members of the community, we work together to create a stronger, more equitable educational system where every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Choice Counseling
Our Choice Counseling services help families make informed decisions about special education programs, placements, and support options. Through individualized sessions, trained counselors guide parents and caregivers in understanding the full range of services available, clarifying eligibility requirements, and exploring the best educational pathways to meet their child’s unique needs.
By providing clear information, answering questions, and helping families weigh the benefits of different choices, we empower parents to advocate confidently and select programs that promote their child’s growth, inclusion, and long-term success. Choice Counseling ensures that every family has the knowledge and support needed to make decisions that are truly in the best interest of their child.
Who We Serve
How do I receive services?
IEP Coaching and Choice Counseling Services through The Wonderfully Made Education Initiative are reserved for families that need financial assistance coving the cost of an advocate.
Workshops are open to the public.
Please contact us directly to discuss your individual needs.

You Can Help
Please consider donating to support advocacy efforts in our community.