Fight ableism. Include & empower all.
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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Recent News & Events
Youth encounter numerous roadblocks and challenges when it comes to advocating and disclosing their disability in the workplace. A study by pubmed.gov in 2018 showed that youth with disabilities are in need of training around disclosure and requesting accommodations. Here’s what our very own Jordan Lome has to say about self advocacy and disclosure for […]
Helping myself to help others
Nicole was a Marketing Intern at PYD during the fall 2018 semester. She is a ...
Creating inclusive play options for kids with disabilities
Marcella has been a member of PYD’s online learning platform for the past ...
PYD’s online mentoring program expands nationwide
Partners for Youth with Disabilities (PYD) is excited to announce that we are ...