However, many need encouragement to develop as leaders in their communities. Our forum enables them to learn from each other and from successful adults with disabilities who are recognized leaders and role models. Such a forum benefits not only the participants, but also all young people with disabilities, our communities in general, and the adults who assist in producing the forum. The event will include students who represent the disability and ethnic diversity of our state and nation. This is the second forum held in Georgia.
Plans are to produce the event annually.
The YLF includes meetings with elected officials, members of business and education communities, tour of State capitol, and exciting programs designed with your future in mind. It is expected that participants will reflect a diverse mix of disabilities, gender, geographic location, and ethnicity. Students must complete ALL information on this application. If necessary, ask a teacher to assist you in getting this information. Although describing your disability is optional, this information will assist in assuring that we include delegates with a diversity of disabilities.