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Youth Self-Advocacy Program

Self-Advocacy is all about speaking up for yourself and making your own choices.

Are you a young person, aged 14-25, with an intellectual or developmental disability? If so, the Youth Self-Advocacy Group could be the place for you! Designed for young folks to find community, learn advocacy skills to increase independence, and work together to overcome challenges, our monthly meetings will serve as a home base for connection and collaboration!

Email Project Director Kate Turpen at kturpen@drme.org if you have any questions or would like more information.

Join Us

  • Virtual Dream Team Meeting - Third Wednesday of the month at 11am
  • In-Person Dream Team Meeting - First Wednesday of the month at 4pm (15 Casco St, Portland)
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EPYC EXPRESS NEWSLETTER

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Learn more about what self-advocacy means!

This video is also available with ASL!

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Contact us anytime. DRM wants to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for advocacy, have a question, or just want to connect, please reach out.

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