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Youth Advisory Committee Recruitment Announcement

NCD's Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a 12-member advisory committee that
provides advice to NCD on disability-related issues affecting youth.
Electronic application documents will be accepted from people between the ages
of 16 and 25 year-old age range at the time of application. Youth with a variety
of disabilities, underrepresented diverse racial and ethnic groups, and
representatives from around the country are encouraged to apply.
E-mail is necessary as an accommodation. Three application documents must be
received through e-mail by 5:00 p.m. EDT on September 27, 2007. [There is no
other application form, etc.]

The three application documents e-mailed to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it
must include:
1. Your cover letter pointing out what makes you the best candidate for a
position of national-level leadership as a representative of youth with
disabilities;
2. Your resume outlining your experiences; and
3. One letter of recommendation from an adult who is familiar with your
leadership, disability experiences, and potential. (This written recommendation
must be e-mailed by someone other than your parent or legal guardian. Documents
attached as Word files or accessible PDF files will be acceptable.)

A brief daytime telephone interview will be conducted for the top finalists to
fill five YAC positions.

Please send only electronic documents (use email only) to be considered as a YAC
applicant during this recruitment period. 
Address the letter of recommendation
and your cover letter to:
Dr. Gerrie Hawkins:
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Designated Federal Official
Youth Advisory Committee
National Council on Disability
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