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Youth Development and youth leadership are critical to helping youth with disabilities meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood.

Youth Development and youth leadership are critical to helping youth with disabilities meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood. It is important that they learn the leadership skills and self-advocacy skills needed for achieving their postsecondary employment goals and success in the workplace. Evidence-based practices that have proven effective in preparing youth for employment is teaching self-advocacy.

Transition Planning: The Basics External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF; 54MB)
Youth development and leadership are referenced on page 22-23 and page 26 of this guide.

These pages also provide information on how to comply with elements 1-6 of the Indicator 13 requirements of the California Annual Performance Report (APR) External link opens in new window or tab..

Self-Advocacy

Wright’s Law External link opens in new window or tab.
Site shares articles, resources for understanding self-advocacy.

Disability Rights Advocates External link opens in new window or tab.
This non-profit organization works to promote equal rights, fair treatment and opportunities for people with disabilities. The site offers information on how to get help if you feel your rights have been violated.

California Transition Alliance External link opens in new window or tab.
Resources for youth, including the Let's Work! California Networking Activity Guide

Taking Charge of Your Education External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)
A toolkit develop by Talent Knows No Limits. Helps youth develop their transition plan.

ACT: Advocating Change Together External link opens in new window or tab.
Self Advocacy tips for individuals with disabilities written by individuals with disabilities.

Job Accommodations

Job Accommodations Network External link opens in new window or tab.
This site provides extensive information on disability rights, Americans with Disabilities Act and accommodations. The information briefs describe disabilities to employers and family members.

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Last Reviewed: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
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