Virtual 2025 Annual Youth Summit

Organized by the Youth Advocacy Council Community, Employment, Peer Education Throughout Vermont, youth and young adults with disabilities, connect to advocate for youth resources, and lead while providing community service. At the Youth Summit, hear personal stories from the Youth Advocacy Council on pressing issues, have opportunities to ask questions, and join the conversation. Each […]

Cancelled: 5/22 Digital Wellness – Workshop 3: Digital Wellness for Families

This workshop has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a date TBD. Check the main page of our website for updates. This workshop will be online using the Zoom meeting platform.  If you are unable to attend the live presentation, you can still register and we’ll send you a link to the recording of […]

Vermont State Youth Council

Vermont’s State Youth Council is now accepting applications from Vermont’s youth (ages 11-18) to fill the Council’s current vacancies. If selected, youth will be appointed to 3-year terms.

Transition to Adulthood: Planning for Post-High School Success

This workshop will be online using the Zoom meeting platform.  If you are unable to attend the live presentation, you can still register and we’ll send you a link to the recording of the workshop which you can watch on your own time. We appreciate when you register as that data can support our grant reporting. […]

Natural Resources Management Academy

For youth entering grades 7–11 who are interested in the environment and ready to explore, in depth, their passion for Vermont’s natural resources. Hands-on workshops with natural resource professionals Learn new skills All lodging, meals & snacks provided Cost $125 Are you a student entering 7th – 11th grade in the Fall who is interested […]

IEP Transition Plan Best Practices

Become proficient with IEP transition plans and the 8 elements of Indicator 13 Indicator 13: Guidance will be provided on the specific elements, practices, services and strategies that relate to Indicator 13. Resources: Participants will become familiar with community partners who support students, transition assessments, and provide guidance and resources. Location: Bellows Falls High School, […]

IEP Transition Plan Best Practices

Become proficient with IEP transition plans and the 8 elements of Indicator 13 Indicator 13: Guidance will be provided on the specific elements, practices, services and strategies that relate to Indicator 13. Resources: Participants will become familiar with community partners who support students, transition assessments, and provide guidance and resources. Location: Bellows Falls High School, […]

Transition Needs a Reset. Cue The Dream Team

Join the Dream Team — a powerhouse group of teenagers and young adults who are blind or visually impaired — as they reimagine what transition services can and should be. This summer, the Dream Team is diving deep and on August 14th will answer these questions. What’s working in transition services for students who are blind or visually […]

VCHIP Transition Lunch and Learn: Guardianship and Supported Decision Making

Topic: Guardianship and Supported Decision Making Presented by: Sarah Nussbaum, Executive Director, Office of Public Guardianship VT Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent living. Date: September 25, 2025 Time: 12:00 - 1:00pm Format: Virtually via Zoom Click Here Phone: +1 646 931 3860 Meeting ID: 951 5041 8943 Organizer: michelle.rovnak@med.uvm.edu Project Coordinator Vermont Child Health Improvement Program (VCHIP) Larner […]

EmpowHer Expressions

EmpowHer Expressions is an eight-week virtual public speaking and career coaching program for disabled women to improve their public speaking, soft skills, and confidence to achieve career goals and succeed in the working world. The program features weekly 90-minute virtual group classes along with weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions and regular assignments. Participants receive guidance and […]