AG Bell Young Leaders Board

Overview:
The Young Leaders Board is designed for deaf or hard of hearing young adults (ages 18-40) who use listening and spoken language to enhance AG Bell's visibility, engage in global causes, lead in their communities, and expand professional and social networks.

Age Range: 18-40 years old

Program Focus:

• Enhance AG Bell's visibility and reach
• Engage in global causes and social responsibility
• Develop leadership in local communities
• Expand professional networks
• Expand social networks
• Empower young adults with hearing loss

Program Components:

• Networking opportunities
• Community engagement activities
• Professional development
• Social events and hangouts
• Storytelling and sharing experiences
• Self-advocacy training
• Cultural discovery

Eligibility:

• Ages 18-40
• Deaf or hard of hearing
• Use listening and spoken language

Geographic Scope: United States and international (global causes)

Contact Information:

• Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• 3417 Volta Place NW, Washington, D.C. 20007
• Phone: 202-337-5220
• Email: [email protected]

Program Components Include:

• Regular Zoom hangouts for networking and community building
• Storytelling and experience-sharing
• Advocacy and self-advocacy training
• Cultural learning opportunities
• Professional network development

How to Get Involved

Joining the Board:

1. Contact AG Bell for membership information
2. Express interest in joining Young Leaders Board
3. Attend orientation and meetings

Participation Options:

• Attend Zoom hangouts
• Join in-person events and activities
• Participate in community initiatives
• Take on leadership roles on committees

Contact to Join:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 202-337-5220
• Mail: 3417 Volta Place NW, Washington, D.C. 20007

Engagement Activities:

• Monthly Zoom hangouts for networking and community building
• Storytelling and sharing personal experiences
• Learning new skills through workshops
• Discovering new cultures through educational sessions
• Self-advocacy training
• Community service and leadership opportunities

Time Commitment: Flexible - participate at your level of interest