Hosted by PEAL’s Youth Team
Join the PEAL Youth Team for a FREE inspiring presentation that explores the role of civic participation and how it can transform communities and empower individuals.
Why should your teen or young adult attend? They’ll learn about:
- The history of disabilities and civic participation
- The laws that have been passed to ensure fair voting opportunities
- What efforts youth with disabilities are taking to make sure voting rights and voting accessibility continues to improve
- The definition of civic participation
- The rights of youths with disabilities
- Accessibility barriers in civic participation
- The benefits of civic participation
- Who and how to contact your local representatives
Who Should Attend?
- Young people with disabilities
- Families and caregivers
- Educators and youth leaders
- Advocates and community organizers
The PEAL Center is a one-stop-resource for disability information and referral in Pennsylvania for parents, self-advocates, and professionals. PEAL provides assistance to families of children with disabilities, educators, and others who work with them.