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Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) (Virginia Board for People with Disabilities)

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The Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) program seeks to empower young people with developmental and other disabilities to further develop their leadership skills. Students, serving as Delegates from communities throughout Virginia, participate in a wide range of activities and learning experiences during this summer program set on a university campus. 

The Youth Leadership Academy is Virginia's premiere opportunity for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities to participate in customized learning and fun through personal, career, advocacy, and leadership development activities.

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804-786-0016
info@vbpd.virginia.gov

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High School Professional Resources Self-Determination Transition