Bringing States Together to Impact #DeafSuccess
Engage for Change | state brings leaders from state-level education and vocational rehabilitation agencies together to close gaps in education and employment for deaf people.
Through networks of shared leadership and peer support, state leaders create an exchange of ideas and collaboration — using NDC's support and resources — that would otherwise be impossible.
This work is critical for systems change, and creates environments where people can thrive.
Tailored Solutions for Each State
State initiatives are guided by engagement with local stakeholders, research, best practices, and state data. Cross-state collaborative groups share strategies and receive NDC support at the annual two-day convening and throughout the year. State activities for deaf youth include:
- a summer camp focused on strengthening self-advocacy
- an online financial literacy course to develop independent living skills
- an internship fair to improve employment outcomes
2019 Convening Stories
- Watch stories about interagency collaboration
- Watch stories about state to state collaboration
Additional Resources for State Level Leaders
Take NDC's Online Learning Courses
- Developing Accessible Work Based Learning Programs (Course | Documentary)
- Self-Advocacy: The Basics Infographic
- Transition Planning Infographic
- Family Support for Deaf Teens
- College Readiness for Deaf Students
- Vocational Rehabilitation: An Introduction
- Vocational Rehabilitation: Understanding Service Options
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Learn about Self-Determination Inventory
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Additional Resources
- A Spark to Ignite #DeafSuccess: [NDC's] 2019 Impact Report
- 'Begrudging Tolerance': New Report Reveals Deaf Students' Experience On Campus