My Goals (Part 2)
In
order for this coalition to be successful there are several goals that I have
in mind. First and foremost I would like to spread awareness about the
challenges disabled people face on a daily basis. This can be done though
creating personal videos, blogging, hiring speakers, holding awareness events,
and staying involved with the local community.
My second goal is to set up a network for peer support and advice. I
think it would be extremely beneficial for Youth who have successfully overcome
their disability to offer their expertise and support to others who have not
yet learned to cope with their disability. My third goal is to foster personal
bonds among Youth with disabilities. This would be accomplished by organizing
social events such as picnics, ice-cream socials, bowling trips or even
something as simple as getting a group together for pizza. My fourth and final goal is to shape
disability policy. This can be done by calling writing letters and maintaining
connections with U.S. Senators, Congressmen and other policy makers, working
closely with nonprofit organizations, attending congressional hearings and
promoting awareness of Disability-related internship opportunities, career and
professional development.
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