Chris Dunne was a wonderful young man who was instrumental to the PYD community as a leader in our group mentoring programs and one of the first intergenerational matches. He […]
Established in December 2014, the National Disability Mentoring Coalition (NDMC) is a membership organization dedicated to increasing the awareness, quality, and impact of mentoring for individuals with disabilities nationwide. Each […]
Partners for Youth with Disabilities is proud to have partnered with Denny’s for the second year as they strive to fight childhood hunger, promote education, and bring communities together. PYD […]
As an organization that serves primarily black and brown youth, part of our mission of making the world a more inclusive place includes amplifying the voices of other organizations who […]
Each day, we’re amazed by the tenacity, strength, and perseverance of the individuals in our various programs who deserve to be celebrated today and every day. We’re honored to work […]
With January being National Disability Mentoring Month, as proclaimed by President Joe Biden, there was no better time to host our 20th annual Mentor Appreciation Night than this month. Why […]
With 2022 here, there’s no better time than now to have a conversation about our vision to build a more inclusive world in two main areas: schools and workplaces. Why? […]
Representation for people with disabilities in film and television is critical for inclusion. The media is a powerful component of our daily lives; the characters we see and the world […]
Held over the summer as a two-week camp and throughout the year as a weekend program, PYD’s Access to Theater (ATT) program is an award-winning inclusive theater program for teens […]
At PYD, we strive for a world of inclusion, where all people are seen for their contributions and experiences, and their voices are respected — and that’s achieved through the […]