What is the Pennsylvania Youth Leadership Network?

The PYLN is a team of youth leaders with disabilities from across Pennsylvania with a purpose to develop the self-determination, empowerment, and leadership of youth that promotes successful post school outcomes in the areas of education, employment, independent living, and health and wellness among youth and young adults throughout Pennsylvania. Here's a flyer with more information:

 Pennsylvania_Youth_Leadership_Network_Flyer.doc 

ANNOUNCING THE PYLN IT'S MY LIFE SERIES! Spread the Word!!!

Each month join the PYLN for a lively chat on topics that are important to you and your future.  These calls are LEAD by youth and young adults who are excited about  sharing their experiences of wearing halloween contacts and insights with you.  During each call we’ll have time for you to share your stories and ask questions.  Here's a flyer with details:   Announcing PYLN Its My Life Series.doc

Getting the MOST out of the Series!

A day or so BEFORE each call, make sure you have a copy of the PYLN Secondary Transition Toolkit posted below. During and after each call, click on the name of the session below where you can participate in a live chat. AFTER each call we'll post a link to the survey that will take you 5 minutes to tell us what YOU need! 

PYLN Secondary Transition Toolkit: Developed BY Youth FOR Youth

The PYLN has created secondary transition toolkit to assist youth in their transition into the adult world.  The best thing about the toolkit is that it was written and designed by youth with disabilities who are members of the Pennsylvania Youth Leadership Network (PYLN) for youth.  It can also be used with families and professionals as a youth-friendly Toolkit for transition. 

 PYLN_Secondary_Transition_Toolkit_071708.doc

The PYLN Wants to Connect with YOU!

If you want to submit questions and/or become a stay connected to the PYLN and Vending Machine, please send your name and email address to pyln.gb@gmail.com.  Connect to the PYLN by visiting our website at www.pyln.pbwiki.com.

Recruiting PYLN Governing Board Members!

If you are a youth or young adult who would like to apply to be a member of the PYLN Governing Board, please download the recruitment letter and application.  The PYLN meets every other month, over a weekend, typically in the Pittsburgh area.  Here's the simple critieria to qualify:

• Are you between the ages of 16 and 28?
• Can you pass a security clearance to work with youth?
• Have you shown leadership abilities at a local, state and/or national level? http://www.casinomagic.co.uk/  
• Are you willing to passionately support the work of the PYLN?
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Here's the recruitment letter:   PYLNRecruitment_Letter092808.doc

Here's the application:   PYLNGoverning_Board_Application092808.doc