1. Mentoring Youth with Disabilities
Sponsored by:
National Service Inclusion Project
Presenters:
Jason Wheeler, Director of National Initiatives
Partners for Youth with Disabilities
Laurie Silipigno, Mentor Match Specialist

2. Teleconference Agenda
Welcome & Introductions
Overview of the National Center for Mentoring Youth with Disabilities
Mentor Match Stories
Recommendations from the Field
Question, Suggestions & Resources

3. Mentor Matches

4. Recommendations:
Be clear about expectations with Mentees, Mentors & Parents/Guardians
Give Thought to Transportation Issues & PCA Services
Accessibility: Programs, Activities & Communication
Be Flexible in Design & Approach

5. Recommendations: (cont)
5. Seek Support & Resources as Needed
6. Use Inclusive Language & Images
7. Follow-up Regularly
8. Discuss Disclosure in Advance
9. Provide Regular Events/Activities for Matches

6. Resources: Best Practices Guide in Mentoring Youth with Disabilities:
CNCS Issue Brief on National Service and Mentoring:
National Center for Mentoring Youth with Disabilities:
Effective Practice: Promoting Inclusion in Mentoring:
National Mentoring Center (NWREL):
LEARNS project at the Resource Center:

7. Contact Information:
National Center for Mentoring Youth with Disabilities
Partners for Youth with Disabilities
95 Berkeley Street, Suite 109 Boston, MA Phone: x19
TTY: Fax: