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Youth Summit for Middle and High School Students

The Youth Summit is a two-day event held each year. Approximately 100 youth with disabilities from across the Commonwealth meet to network and discuss issues of importance to young people with disabilities.

Delegates work in teams to identify issues and develop action plans that will encourage youth to better advocate for themselves and lead more self-determined lives.

The Youth Summit is sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education and the Partnership for People with Disabilities. Applications for the Fall 2010 Youth Summit are due October 1st

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