Western Illinois University

Programs

Who We Are

The Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs (IIRA) builds the capacity of community leaders and policymakers by providing technical support, applied research, policy evaluation, and training across the state. IIRA is a clearinghouse for information on rural issues, coordinates rural research, and works with state agencies on issues of importance to rural communities.

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IIRA's Spring Newsletter Now Available

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Registration Now Open for Midwest CDI

CDI 2009 will be held from August 10-14 at the Stoney Creek Inn in Moline, IL. It promises to be our best CDI ever!