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AG Bell Young Leaders Board

ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL ASSOCIATION FOR

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Overview

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 Apply

    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

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