We NEED youth with disabilities.
They have much to offer and we need to make sure that they are included in our democracy and are able to achieve full community inclusion, access, and participation. We at The Youth Legacy Foundation know that with everyone’s support, we can make a difference and create a world that is better for all of us.
So what is a legacy? It is your mark on the world, and what you create during your lifetime that lives on. It is how you are remembered. Your legacy is about what you did during your lifetime for others, in service to your community. It is the difference that you make and the good that you do by giving of yourself and your talents and gifts.
Following are the current programs that The Youth Legacy Foundation offers. By participating in one or more of these programs, youth have the opportunity to gain experience as leaders emerging into adulthood.
VOLUNTEER MATCHING
Individualized volunteer matching and facilitation
Personalized support – in-person interview and follow-up meetings
Customized portfolio using YLF process
Adapted volunteer program – accommodations negotiated
On-site coaching during volunteer activities
Get active building your chosen legacy
Develop competency and skill sets
Increased employability
Introduction to various community engagement opportunities
Preparation for additional opportunities
Letters of Recommendation for college and employment
Networking
Demonstrate your abilities
Make a difference and change the world
LEADERSHIP
Based on portfolio and interview, connect with activities
Mainstream leadership pursuits
Coordination, referrals, and facilitation, networking across communities
Community inclusion achieved in diverse community engagement
Training around volunteerism, citizenship, and legacy building
Celebrate community
Foster disability power and pride
Enhance creativity and enthusiasm
Build resistance to bullying
Expanded “life vision”
Personal growth
Assertiveness, positive attitude, self-confidence
Public speaking
Community inclusion and participation
Self-directed living
Recognition for your talents, abilities, and gifts
MENTORING
Connect with disability leaders and industry professionals
Supportive relationships that aid planning, activities, and legacy building
Nurturing of life goals and dreams
Expanded community access
Increased opportunities to advance in education and employment
Benefit from expertise and leadership of successful people
Inspire entrepreneurial spirit and endeavors
PEER MENTORING
Peer support
Enhanced learning
Share experiences and personal growth
Discuss progress in making a positive impact on communities
Meet people of all backgrounds
Make friends
Networking
Participation in college/university student groups network – shared information, best practices, resources, ideas, experiences, and collective support
Leverage your leadership
Following are some of the activities that our youth have been involved in include:
Monthly Leadership Brunches
Tuesdays at the Capitol
Volunteer Service Activities
Self-Advocacy Conference
Art Activities
Advisory Councils
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