| YLF 07 Press Release |
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The theme for this year’s forum will be “ONE VOICE can be heard. ONE GROUP can make an impact. ONE COMMUNITY can change the world!” The program will have an overall theme of the power of one person, as well as the impact of the disability community as a whole. A diverse group of delegates were selected to attend the 2007 KSYLF, including students from a variety of cities in Kansas with a wide range of disabilities. Those students are listed below:
Lakeisha Allen, Great Bend The KSYLF is an annual conference that is heading into its seventh year serving students with disabilities across the state. During the forum, delegates enjoy a week full of learning, fun, friends, and, most of all, a new sense of empowerment! Through various large and small sessions, delegates are able to learn about and explore various topics related to leadership. They are able to set goals for the future and develop their very own Personal Leadership Plan. A trip to the Capitol is always a highlight of the week, as well as a mentor luncheon where delegates are paired with an adult mentor from their area. Other fun activities include a recreation session, a barbeque, a talent show, and a dance, which is always a delegate favorite! For more information about the Kansas Youth Leadership Forum, please contact Julia Fonseca, Director of Programs, toll free at 866.577.5932 or via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it . More information can also be found on the KSYLF website at www.ksylf.org. The KYEA is made possible by a grant from Kansas Rehabilitation Services and match funds from the Kansas Legislature. |