Youth Organizing Fellowship

A leadership program centering youth with disabilities to lead change in their schools and communities.
Learn. Organize. Make Change.
This program receives funding from the
​King County Best Starts for Kids

About the Fellowship

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​The Youth Organizing Fellowship is a 2-year leadership and civic engagement program for middle school students with disabilities (ages 11–13 at the time of application) living in King County. This is a program by and for youth with disabilities focused on identity, rights, and advocacy.

We support youth in becoming confident leaders, building community, and making real change.
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​Fellows will:
  • Learn about disability identity and civil rights
  • Explore community issues impacting youth with disabilities
  • Co-create a curriculum to empower other youth with disabilities
  • Connect with mentors, guest speakers, and peers
  • Earn stipends for participation

What the Youth Fellows Will Do

Year 1
  • Build leadership and advocacy skills
  • Explore topics like disability rights, anti-racism, civil rights, and advocacy
  • Participate in a youth-led listening tour to hear from their community
Year 2
  • Co-create a “Know Your Rights & Empowerment” curriculum
  • Teach your peers and present their work in their communities
  • Build a group of strong youth advocates​​

MEET OUR YOUTH ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

My name is Anita (she/her), and I am the Youth Engagement Program Manager for the Fellowship. I am the main point of contact and a mentor throughout the program. I am here to support the youth, answer questions, and cheer them on as they grow their leadership. I am an Asian Indian woman, and I am a disabled person. I use a wheelchair and have learning disabilities. You can reach me at [email protected].
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