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PYD's goal is to create a world where young people with disabilities will be able to live with dignity and pride in who they are, and to lead self-determined lives filled with purpose. To make this happen, we build the skills and abilities of young people with disabilities, and increase the inclusivity of workplaces, organizations, and communities.
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Thanks to a three-year grant from Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation, PYD’s Online Mentoring Program connects mentors and mentees across the United States with the goal of increasing employment outcomes for college students with disabilities. Mentors and mentees connect online through forums, chats, and messaging, and meet once a month on live webinars to discuss career […]
How to talk about disabilities: language, tone, and etiquette
When it comes to discussing and communicating with people with disabilities, ...
How your donations help us this Giving Tuesday
This year, Partners for Youth with Disabilities has set out to reach $25,000 for ...
PYD celebrated 18th Annual Mentor Appreciation Night
On November 1, 2019 Partners for Youth with Disabilities (PYD) and its members ...