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Self-Advocacy, independence key lessons of Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum

Youth Leadership Forum delegates pose for photo with Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol.

Youth Leadership Forum delegates pose for photo with Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol.

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alabama Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum returned to Troy University last week with delegates learning to advocate for themselves, plan for their futures and meet new friends.

The five-day event, sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, serves high school students with disabilities, equipping them…

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Youth Leadership Forum returns to Troy University June 2-6

Delegates enjoy an outing to Camp Butter and Egg at the 2018 Youth Leadership Forum, sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services.

Delegates enjoy an outing to Camp Butter and Egg at the 2018 Youth Leadership Forum, sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services.

The 21st annual Alabama Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) will return to Troy University June 2-6.

The five-day event – sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services – seeks to equip high school students with disabilities with valuable leadership skills through sessions on self-esteem, career exploration, technology, independent living, and etiquette.

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YLF opens the door to new opportunities for teens with disabilities

Youth Leadership Forum, now in its 20th year, kicked off on Sunday as delegates enjoyed paddle boating and zip lining at Camp Butter and Egg.

Youth Leadership Forum, now in its 20th year, kicked off on Sunday as delegates enjoyed paddle boating and zip lining at Camp Butter and Egg.

For the 20th year, students with disabilities from throughout the state will participate in the Alabama Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum (YLF), sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and hosted by Troy University.

The five-day event, which kicked off on Sunday and will run through Thursday, will help more than 30 high school students…

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Alabama Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum returns to Troy University

Youth Leadership Forum delegates will take part in a technology expo in addition to sessions focusing on self-esteem, career choice and leadership.

Youth Leadership Forum delegates will take part in a technology expo in addition to sessions focusing on self-esteem, career choice and leadership.

TROY – Thirty-four students with disabilities from throughout the state will descend upon Troy University next week for the 19th Alabama Governor’s Youth Leadership Forum (YLF).

The five-day annual event, sponsored by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and hosted by Troy University, will take place from June 4-8. The forum helps shape high school…

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