Do you want to learn about being a leader? If so, the Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) is for you! YLA is a way to connect with peers with disabilities and learn leadership skills. Spend two hours per day for five days this summer and gain skills for a lifetime. All sessions are virtual and FREE!
YLA is for students with disabilities ages 14–21. This session will consist of 8–12 students from Iowa communities. Additional sessions may be added, depending on interest.
Contact: Carlyn Crowe
Phone: (515) 201-8151
Email: ccrowe@dhs.state.ia.us
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Want to learn more about YLA before applying? Attend this session.
Date: WED, May 22
Time: 5:30–6:00 PM
Click here to register.
Date: MON–FRI, July 29–August 2
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Date: SAT, August 10th
In Des Moines with a virtual option.
Family members are invited to this in-person event taking place in Des Moines.
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700 2nd Avenue Suite 101
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
P (800) 452-1936
This project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $774,176 with 100 percent funding by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
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