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ASAN and Freddie Mac Looking for Interns on the Autism SpectrumTuesday, September 27 - Monday, December 31, 2012Freddie Mac, a leading mortgage finance company, is partnering with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) to create a more inclusive workplace. Starting next year, Freddie Mac will be offering 2-3 internships for young adults on the autism spectrum with backgrounds in statistics, mathematics, economics, computer science or information technology. ASAN will be working with Freddie Mac to provide employer training on accommodation needs and recruiting qualified applicants on the autism spectrum. We're looking for resumes from recent college graduates on the autism spectrum with the following qualifications:
These internship opportunities will be paid and may lead to further opportunities with the company. All internships will be based in the DC Metro area. Please email your resume to resumes@autisticadvocacy.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR HSCF's Advocates in Disability Award (ADA).Wednesday, January 11 - Tuesday, February 28, 2012The HSC Foundation’s ADA Award has gone national and is seeking the next generation of disability advocates!! If you are a or know young leaders with disabilities, you/they are encouraged to apply for the 2012 Advocates in Disability Award (ADA)! The purpose of the ADA Program is to award and encourage a young individual with a disability between the ages of 14 and 26, who has dedicated himself/herself to positively affecting the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families in the United States. The program also supports an innovative project developed by a young person with a disability that serves and empowers individuals with disabilities. The Advocates in Disability Award (ADA) is a program of The HSC Foundation, funded in part by the Sarah Beth Coyote Foundation. The selected recipient is awarded $3,000 in recognition of his/her past disability advocacy and will receive up to an additional $7,000 in funding support for his/her proposed project that focuses on serving and empowering individuals with disabilities. Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States at the time of application submission and recipient selection. The Advocates in Disability Award Program is part of The HSC Foundation’s National Youth Transitions Initiative (NYTI). apply online at: www.hscfoundation.org/2012ADA.php
2012 Through the Looking Glass ScholarshipWednesday, January 25 - Monday, March 5, 2012Through the Looking Glass and its National Center for Parents with Disabilities and their Families are pleased to announce new scholarships specifically for high school seniors or college students who have parents with disabilities. A total of fifteen $1000 scholarships will be given out Fall 2012. These scholarships are part of Through the Looking Glass’ National Center for Parents with Disabilities and their Families. These scholarships are open to all students whose parent has any significant disability or health condition. Although no specific parental disabilities are prioritized for these scholarships, we especially encourage those students who have a parent with an intellectual disability to apply for these scholarships. There are separate eligibility requirements for high school seniors and for college students:1. High School Seniors. To be eligible, a student must be a high school graduate (or graduating senior) by Summer 2012, planning to attend a two-year or four-year college in Fall 2012 in pursuit of an AA, BA or BS degree, and have at least one parent with a disability. 2. College Students. To be eligible, a student must be currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college in Fall 2012 in pursuit of an AA, BA or BS degree, be 21 years of age or younger as of March 5, 2012, and have at least one parent with a disability. All application materials must be postmarked by March 5, 2012. Individuals may submit only one application per award period. Selection criteria for all scholarships include academic performance, community activities and service, letter of recommendation and an essay describing the experience of growing up with a parent with a disability. Five of the fifteen scholarships will also consider financial hardship and academic potential in addition to the other selection criteria. Please go to our website:http://www.lookingglass.org for more information, including the application form, complete application directions and an FAQ page that answers many common questions as well as offers helpful suggestions.
Health & the Individual Education Plan (IEP) Radio ShowWednesday, February 22, 2012 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PMGot Transition recognizes that health care transition often begins at home with preparation and planning- but where else do young people spend most of their time? School! Tune into this first episode of a series related to how healthcare transition might be addressed in the school setting. In this episode, Eileen and Mallory will discuss the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process as a key element in transition, keeping it student centered, and real ways to incorporate goals related to health!
SUMMIT CAMP'S WEEKENDER PROGRAMFriday, March 2 - Sunday, May 20, 2012WHAT: A getaway weekend designed for former and new Summit campers as well as other kids appropriate to the gathering and their friends to renew old friendships and per-haps make a few new ones in a safe and secure setting. WHO: Young people , ages 11- 18, who may have been part of Summit Camp, Summit Travel and/or are kids with issues of Aspergers syndrome, NVLD, and/or ADHD who would bene-fit from a directed weekend experience designed to foster socialization and independ-ence. WHERE: The winterized cam-pus of a local camp and con-ference center, YMCA Camp Letts in Edgewater, MD. Our group will have our own lodge, complete with a central lounge area with comfortable seating and a wood burning fireplace. WHY: An opportunity for a guid-ed weekend filled with fun, rec-reation, and time for new and old friends. It also provides res-pite for the young person and their family. HOW: Weekenders have a schedule sim-ilar to that of camp. A range of activities are offered as well as meals together and general guided time for chatting, music listening, s'mores and even a campfire. The weekend starts with a brief meet-ing once arrived to get to know everyone, ask in-put, and generally set the tone for the weekend. Another brief meeting is held just before depar-ture to evaluate the experience and make suggestions for the next weekend-er event. Our Weekender staff are professionals who work with special kids-educators, social workers, recreational specialists, who have the ability to supervise, direct, coach, and nurture-and of course, be good role models WHEN: MARCH 2ND-4TH APRIL 13TH-15TH MAY 18TH-20TH FEE: $395 Fee includes cost of lodging and meals. Weekenders should bring sleeping bag, pillow, towel, and per-sonal toiletries. No spending money is necessary. There is a format for medication administration similar to our tours where Weekenders will find our nurse monitoring the process. Transportation is provided from and to the Montgomery Mall, Bethesda, MD.
Quality Trust's Better Together ReceptionMonday, March 5, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMKick off the month long celebration of?Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month at our Better Together Reception to be held at Eatonville Restaurant. Tickets are $35 and are available online. To purchase, click here. All proceeds will go to QT's Direct Assistance Fund for members and their families. Ticket price includes appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages and an opportunity to receive one of two great giveaways during the event. Join us for fellowship and fun! For more information, call Elizabeth Cammack at 202-459-4013 or email her at |