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Check out these tips on how Parent Centers can meaningfully engage young adults at different levels within their organizations and create stronger opportunities for youth voice, leadership, and partnership. https://www.raisecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/RAISE-Tip-Sheet-3-FINAL.pdf…

Check out this video to learn about informational interviews and how talking with someone about their job, career path, and workplace can help young adults with disabilities explore careers, ask…

This resource focuses on building meaningful relationships with young adults by believing in their potential, supporting their passions, creating spaces for fun and connection, and helping youth feel valued as…

Watch this video on career exploration opportunities for young adults with disabilities, including apprenticeships, informational interviews, job shadowing, internships, volunteering, and work-based learning experiences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5v6XgnrcC_g #WorkforceWednesday #TransitionToAdulthood #YETI-RAISE #SPANParentAdvocacyNetwork

Check out this video highlighting the history and impact of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and how it helped expand access to education, transition planning, and opportunities for…

Check out this video overview from Disability Rights of Florida of Vocational Rehabilitation services and learn how VR can support youth and young adults with disabilities in exploring careers, building…

Listen to this interview from NTACT:C, featuring YETI’s perspective on postsecondary options and pathways to adulthood for youth and young adults with disabilities.  https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ZDuU7iHTGBACrUYiI4uUQ?si=lRLO-usLQyyRaReVPu3aGg #TransitionTuesday #TransitionToAdulthood #YETI-RAISE #SPANParentAdvocacyNetwork

Explore this video overview of Career Clusters and learn more about the wide range of career pathways available to youth and young adults with disabilities from Transition Abilities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DisRY1JQ9CA&list=PLkQqdtUhR2TibYyqdizc-H02qNj1GfdbY #WorkforceWednesday…

Check out this new podcast episode from NTACT:C, highlighting youth voice, transition supports, and pathways to adulthood for youth with disabilities. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ZKbsiv1dCLm4E8gKLjbhi?si=kgjXuVJ6QIC13XLAAxTXVg #TransitionTuesday #TransitionToAdulthood #YETI-RAISE #SPANParentAdvocacyNetwork

Learn more from Amanda and her parents as they discuss the importance of VR services and how they supportedher success. Hear how Amanda’s advocacy journey shaped her career path and…